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About the Opportunity Delmar Nord has partnered with one of the world's most respected and elite hedge funds to identify a C++ Software Engineer for their core technology team. Our client is a global investment firm renowned for its rigorous, data-driven approach to markets, its best-in-class engineering culture, and its sustained track record of performance across multiple asset classes and strategies. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly selective team building mission-critical systems at the intersection of finance and cutting-edge technology. This role sits within a fast-paced, collaborative environment where engineers work in close partnership with traders, quantitative researchers, and portfolio managers to design and build the systems that power the firm's trading and investment operations. The organization invests heavily in its technology talent and offers exceptional resources, autonomy, and the opportunity to work on problems with direct, measurable impact. What You'll Do Design, build, and maintain high-performance, low-latency C++ applications that support trading, market data processing, and investment decision-making Collaborate directly with traders, quants, and portfolio managers to translate business and research requirements into robust, production-grade software Optimize systems for speed, reliability, and scalability, working close to the metal where performance is critical Contribute to the full software lifecycle, including architecture, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing support Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and engineering best practices to maintain a high bar for code quality Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, often under time-sensitive conditions Continuously evaluate and adopt new tools, frameworks, and approaches to improve system performance and developer productivity What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field (advanced degree a plus) 5+ years of professional experience developing production software in modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20) Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, multithreading, and systems-level programming Experience building or working with high-performance, low-latency, or real-time systems Solid understanding of Linux/Unix development environments Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders A high degree of intellectual curiosity, ownership, and attention to detail Preferred, but not required: Prior experience in financial services, trading systems, or quantitative environments Familiarity with market data protocols, exchange connectivity, or order management systems Exposure to Python or other scripting languages for tooling and automation Experience with distributed systems, messaging middleware, or cloud infrastructure Why This Role Join an elite, highly selective engineering organization within a top-tier global hedge fund Work on technically demanding problems with direct exposure to trading and investment outcomes Highly competitive compensation, including base salary and discretionary bonus Comprehensive benefits package and significant investment in professional development A culture that rewards technical excellence, intellectual rigor, and collaborative problem-solving
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.