Lead Software Engineer (Low-Level)

TradingHub, a leading finance-focused big data firm established in 2010, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (VP) to lead their Calculation Framework team in London. With a team of over 140 professionals across London, Toronto, New York, and Singapore, TradingHub has established itself as a pioneer in surveillance tooling and financial markets analytics.

The role involves owning and managing the Calculation Framework team, which is crucial in providing the underlying data runtime, batch processing, and frameworks for customer analytics customization. This technical position requires expertise in maintaining and designing low-level stack implementations, with a focus on database engine design and parallel computing for scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge in low-level computing, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a passion for building high-performance systems. You'll be responsible for enhancing the big data processing runtime, managing a team of engineers, and creating a financial analytics 'app store' as part of their self-service approach.

Working in a dynamic environment that combines the best of tech and finance, you'll collaborate across engineering teams and external stakeholders. The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, parental leave, and professional development opportunities. TradingHub maintains a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from candidates of all backgrounds.