Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer Risk & Pricing (C++ a MUST and Pricing application development experience ideal) - Financial Services Sydney CBD (5 days in office non-negotiable) $170K$220K base + super + 50%100% bonus Permanent, Full-TimeOur client is a global quantitative investment manager operating across liquid asset classes worldwide. As a technology and data-driven organisation, they apply a rigorous scientific approach to investing, combining research, data, and advanced engineering to solve complex market challenges and deliver strong risk-adjusted returns.We are seeking an exceptional Senior C++ Software Engineer to join the Core Platform team in Sydney. This is a high-visibility role working closely with traders and risk managers to deliver real-time and end-of-day pricing and risk capabilities across the full trading lifecycle. You will play a key role in building and enhancing high-throughput, Linux-based services that sit at the heart of the firm''s trading technology stack.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and enhance high-performance, distributed Linux servicesIntegrate and maintain pricing models for trading and risk calculationsContribute to core platform components including order, trade, and position management systems, as well as market data servicesPartner closely with pricing quants, quantitative developers, traders, and operationsDevelop primarily in C++ (with Python where required)Engage directly with trading desks and risk stakeholdersRequired Experience & Skills510+ years'' hands-on experience with modern C++Pricing application development experienceStrong software engineering fundamentals across design, development, testing, and maintenanceProven experience building high-performance, distributed, multi-threaded systemsStrong Linux expertise and proficiency with the GCC toolchainExcellent problem-solving and communication skillsExperience integrating pricing models and libraries (highly desirable)Understanding of financial products and trading lifecycles (highly desirable)This is an outstanding opportunity to work at the cutting edge of quantitative trading technology in a highly collaborative and performance-driven environment.If you''re interested in a confidential discussion, feel free to reach out directly.Please apply with your CV addressing your suitability for the role.Interested candidates with full Australian working rights are encouraged to apply and join a growing, forward-thinking team.Please email me your CV to then give Charmaine Thum a call on

Created: 2026-02-26