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We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies - the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.\nWorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.\nOur goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.\nTechnologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy firmwide platforms and tooling while working collaboratively with researchers and portfolio managers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people.\nThe Role: WorldQuant is seeking exceptional C++ developers to join our front office development team to further enhance and build our next generation trading platforms.\nWhat You'll Do\nWrite low latency, high throughput C++ code\nImplement mission critical trading infrastructure\nWork with portfolio managers to implement new trading systems\nAdapt existing systems to our next generation trading platform\nWhat You'll Bring\nExperience with writing of high performance C++ code\nModern C++ knowledge (C++17/20, etc)\nC++ template meta programming knowledge\nPossess in-depth knowledge of network programming and distributed computing\nStrong knowledge of Unix/Linux fundamentals\nStrong understanding of data structures and algorithms\nFinance experience is preferred but not required\nWhat We Offer:\nCompetitive compensation package \nCore benefits include: premium private health insurance and life insurance with savings plan \nSupport for every aspect of life through Employee Assistance Program and fully covered sick leave \nStrong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, guest speakers, share and learn events, global conferences \nRegular offsite team buildings, annual conferences and occasional global summits - opportunity to travel and connect with our local and global teams \nBy submitting this application, you acknowledge and consent to terms of the WorldQuant Privacy Policy. 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