Associate Director, Low-latency Software Engineer (C++)

What is the opportunity?

Capital Markets Technology is seeking a strong Senior Software Engineer to join our global team, trading technology for Global Equity Trading. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a multi-asset real-time trading infrastructure utilizing C++, Python, and Databases.

What will you do?

• Work as a member of a global team to build Technology solutions used across the Equity and Equity Derivatives trading desks.

• Design and implement services for trading such as market data, order management, messaging layer, security reference data systems, position keeping systems, and services for user interfaces (C++, Python)

• Work with quants, traders, and other stake holders to design, implement and test technology used in trading.

• Participate in DevOps/SDLC (continuous integration pipeline, code quality tools, release methodologies)

• In this role, you will communicate and interact frequently with RBC partners and/or employees located across Canada and/or worldwide.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have:

• Bachelors degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of experience building highly performant, low-latency systems on Linux platform.

• Solid knowledge and skills in C++ programming. Must have ability to use the right construct for the problem and ability to determine the appropriate C++ construct when building code. Develop maintainable software.

• Proficiency with Linux platform.

• Basic script skills, such as Python and database query coding is required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work in fast-paced environments delivering quality solutions.

Nice-to-have:

• Knowledge of the equity and equity derivatives, exchange microstructures, etc.

• Experience in one or more of other primary programming languages, such as Java, C#, etc.

• Experience with DevOps (Jenkins, etc.).

• Experience with Web Services, such as Flask, React JS, etc.

Whats in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above