C++ Senior Developer

About the Position

We are seeking a highly skilled C++ Senior Developer to join our Market Connectivity team, focused on building ultra-low latency trading systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in C++, experience with exchange protocols, and a strong understanding of high-performance computing in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize low latency trading gateways and market access components.
• Implement exchange connectivity for global markets (e.g., NSE, BSE, CME, NYSE, etc.).
• Work closely with traders and business to understand latency-sensitive requirements.
• Tune performance across CPU, memory, and network layers to achieve microsecond-level latency.
• Maintain and enhance existing trading infrastructure with a focus on reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to deploy and monitor systems in production.

Requirements

• At least 6-12 Years of experience or more is required
• Modern C++ (C++17 or later), Multithreading, high-performance, low-latency systems
• Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or later) and multithreaded programming.
• Deep understanding of low-level system programming, including memory management and CPU architecture.
• Experience with network programming (TCP/UDP, multicast) and Linux kernel internals.
• Familiarity with exchange protocols (FIX, OUCH, ITCH).
• Proven track record of building high-performance, low-latency systems.
• Strong debugging and profiling skills using tools like perf, gdb, Valgrind, etc.
• Hands on with Linux and scripting (shell, python).

Nice to Have

• Exposure to exchange protocols, AI augmented development (GHCP,Claude Desktop), Python, Java.
• Comfortable with 3 days/ week working from Office (WFO).
• Experience in financial markets, especially in market access or HFT environments.
• Exposure to real-time monitoring, logging, and alerting systems.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.

We Offer

• Relocation options
• Experience in an international environment
• Cross-cultural experience
• Feedback culture
• Regular appraisals
• Annual holiday - 20 or 26 days
• Occasional leave - 1 or 2 days
• Child care leave - 2 days or 16 hours per year
• Absence due to force majeure - 2 days or 16 hours per year
• Maternity Leave - 20 weeks
• Parental Leave - 41 weeks
• Paternity Leave - 14 days
• Expert-led tech courses
• Internal instructor-led soft skills courses
• Comprehensive in-house self-learning resources
• Access to external self-learning libraries
• Cloud Programs: MS Cloud Academy, AWS Partner Academy, Google Cloud Academy
• Custom Learning Programs: upskilling, reskilling, technical mentorship
• Leadership Programs for Managers
• Multisport card
• LuxGood Program: wellbeing seminars, contests, relaxation sessions, yoga sessions, etc.
• One Team Program: Buddy for each New Joiner; seminars, meeting and workplace space to support integration with local community and culture; “Hire me” workshops for partners
• Preferential banking offer
• Preferential car leasing offer
• Cafeteria program discounts
• Luxoft Social Benefit Fund: sport and recreation benefits
• Private Healthcare Insurance with unlimited access to specialists
• Full dental support
• Travel Insurance
• Possibility to add private healthcare coverage for family members at the corporate rate
• Life insurance at the corporate rate for employees and family members
• Reimbursement for corrective glasses
• Fun social activities organized by the Luxoft team
• Online entertainment events
• A workplace where you’re treated with respect within a multicultural team
• Rotation between projects and accounts
• New career opportunities

About the Company

Luxoft is a global IT services company that specializes in software development, digital transformation, and managed services. We work with leading companies across various industries to deliver innovative solutions that drive business success.

Location: Krakow, Poland

Job Type: FULL_TIME

Language: English (B2 Upper Intermediate)

Experience Level: Senior

Posted Date: 04/08/2026

Requisition Number: VR-124105