Head of Development (Tech Lead)

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Head of Development (Tech Lead) – C++

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all-in-one multi-asset trading platforms

Role Description

Head of Development (Tech Lead)

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What You Will Do

  • Lead development of performance-critical components in 

    C++

     (e.g., order matching engine, FIX engine, market data handlers)
  • Architect scalable systems and low-latency, high-throughput trading systems
  • Manage a growing team of C++ developers and software engineers
  • Collaborate with product, QA, and business teams to align tech with strategic goals
  • Review architecture, code, and system design to ensure scalability and reliability
  • Own the full development lifecycle, from planning to deployment and support
  • Optimize system performance and minimize latency through advanced techniques
  • Ensure secure and fault-tolerant design across all modules
  • Lead R&D efforts for new trading technologies and platform enhancements


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What You Bring

  • 8+ years of experience

     in software engineering with a strong C++ background
  • 2+ years in a leadership or tech lead role

  • Proven experience building and scaling real-time trading systems

  • Strong understanding of multi-threading, networking, and memory management

  • Familiarity with financial protocols like FIX, FAST

    , or 

    binary protocols

  • Experience with low-latency databases and message queues is a plus

  • Solid understanding of Linux systems

    , debugging tools, and profiling
  • Strong grasp of software architecture, performance tuning, and design patterns
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience in the 

    financial trading industry

     is highly preferred
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Why Join Xtreme Next?

  • Work on cutting-edge trading technologies used by global financial institutions
  • Lead a talented, growing team in a fast-paced and innovation-driven environment
  • Opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning
  • Be part of a high-impact company shaping the future of multi-asset trading platforms

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