
Software Developer - Low Latency C++
BestEx Research
Posted 2026-07-08
Tech & Engg
Job Description
Ovii's Interpretation of the Role
Join BestEx Research as a Software Developer building ultra‑low‑latency trading systems for a global fintech platform. You will design core execution engines, exchange simulators, and market‑data adapters while collaborating directly with quants and traders.
Role Snapshot
- Build ultra‑low‑latency trading and execution systems
- Design high‑performance algorithmic frameworks
- Develop exchange simulators and market‑data adapters
- Collaborate with global quants, traders, and senior engineers
- Mentor junior engineers and drive performance optimizations
Must-Have Requirements
- C++
- TCP/IP
- Multithreading
- Software design
- Problem solving
- Communication
- C++ development
- low‑latency systems
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or Engineering
Nice-to-Have Signals
- Database optimization
- Trading platform / FIX engine experience
- Python
- R
- SQL
- database optimization
- trading platform experience
- FIX engine work
- Python/R scripting
- Top‑tier CS/Engineering program (IIT/NIT/BITS preferred)
Work Setup
- Location: Bengaluru, India
- Work mode: ONSITE
- Employment type: Full-Time
Not Specified in JD
- Visa sponsorship
- Salary range
- Remote eligibility
- Notice period
What You'll Likely Work On
- Design and implement core trading systems and algorithmic execution frameworks
- Create exchange simulators and tick‑level backtesting tools
- Build market‑data and exchange connectivity adapters
- Add new features, improve scalability, and enhance reliability of existing components
- Analyze and optimize performance across application, OS, and hardware layers
- Work closely with a global team of quants, traders, and senior engineers
Good Fit If You Have
- 3+ years of professional C++ development experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering (top‑tier programs a plus)
- Curiosity, growth mindset, and willingness to mentor others
- Experience with database optimization or market‑data pipelines is a bonus
Skills
- C++ (expert level)
- TCP/IP networking
- Multithreading & concurrency
- Software design & architecture
- Problem solving & analytical thinking
- Effective communication
- Database optimization (preferred)
- Python / R (preferred)
- FIX engine / trading platform experience (preferred)
- SQL / relational databases (preferred)