C++ Lead / Engineering Manager - Systematic Trading Location: London or Amsterdam Industry: Systematic Trading / Hedge FundsWork model: HybridOverview: A leading systematic trading environment is looking to hire a hands-on C++ Engineering Manager to work on business-critical trading systems in a live market environment.This role is suited to someone operating at lead or manager level who still enjoys being close to the code. The focus is on building and improving low-latency, production trading systems across systematic trading, automated trading, and execution. You will work closely with traders, quants, and engineers to deliver robust technology with direct impact on trading performance.Responsibilities:Lead the design and development of core trading and execution systems in modern C++Build and enhance low-latency infrastructure used across systematic trading and executionWork closely with traders, researchers, and senior engineers to turn ideas into production capabilityImprove architecture across market data, execution, connectivity, and performance-critical componentsDrive technical quality, scalability, and reliability across live trading systemsContribute directly to coding, design decisions, optimisation, and system evolutionSupport and mentor engineers while helping raise the bar technicallyExperience:Strong hands-on C++ engineering experience in Linux-based trading environmentsTrack record of building or owning low-latency, high-performance systems used in productionGood understanding of market microstructure, market data, and execution workflowsExperience working closely with traders, quants, or researchers in fast-paced environmentsPrevious exposure to market making, HFT, or top-tier hedge fund platforms strongly preferredCompensation:Structured to attract high-calibre talent, with strong base, bonus, and benefits.McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds. JBRP1_UKTJ