Software Engineer - Trade Capture

New York, New York, US Until 8/23/2026 First posted May 18, 2025 Last posted May 18, 2025
Job description
Software Engineer - Trade Capture

Job Function Summary

  • We are searching for a developer with strong C++/Linux server side skills to be involved in the development of our firm’s global trade capture application.

Principal Responsibilities

  • The role will be part of a global team that is responsible for the development of a real time trade capture system that processes and feeds the firm’s executions to various internal systems and external parties.

Qualifications/Skills Required

  • 7+ years of developing in C++ server side applications in Linux
  • Strong understanding and experience building real-time /event driven applications
  • Strong understanding of network programing and Linux O/S internals
  • Strong understanding of object oriented programming and data structures
  • Understanding of SQL and relational databases.
  • Knowledge in Equities, Futures, FX, Options and various Fixed Income products are strongly preferred
  • Willingness to work flexible hours
  • Degree educated, preferably in Computer Science or related subject
  • Detail oriented; demonstrates thoroughness and strong ownership of work
  • Good team player with a strong willingness to participate and help others
  • Able to prioritize in a fast moving, high pressure, constantly changing environment; good sense of urgency
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Quick learner and analytical thinker

The estimated base salary range for this position is $160,000 to $250,000, which is specific to New York and may change in the future. Millennium pays a total compensation package which includes a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. When finalizing an offer, we take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.

About this role

Summary

Develop real-time trade capture system for processing executions.

Job title

Software Engineer - Trade Capture

Experience level

7+ years

Industry

finance

Location requirements

New York, remote work not allowed

Salary

$160,000 to $250,000

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++Linuxreal-time applicationsnetwork programmingobject oriented programmingdata structuresSQL

Preferred skills

EquitiesFuturesFXOptionsFixed Income

Specializations

C++Linuxreal-timenetwork programmingSQL
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

On-site City