Execution Engineer
Execution Engineer - High‑Performance Trading SystemsNYC * Ultra‑Low‑Latency * Distributed Systems * Execution AlgorithmsA leading multi‑strategy hedge fund is seeking an Execution Algo Engineer to join its core Execution Technology team. This group builds the benchmark execution algorithms and millisecond‑aware systems that power the firm's global trading platform across asset classes.This is a highly impactful engineering role where you'll design and evolve the algorithms that directly influence execution quality, market interaction, and trading performance.What You'll DoBuild and refine high‑performance execution algorithms, from initial concept through production rolloutArchitect and optimize low‑latency, real‑time systems that process large volumes of orders under tight SLAsCollaborate closely with senior engineers on distributed system components and performance‑critical workflowsWork directly with traders, portfolio managers, and risk teams to translate execution objectives into engineered solutionsConduct deep code reviews, algorithmic tuning, and latency/performance analysisImprove system reliability, scalability, and efficiency across highly concurrent environmentsRequired:5+ years of hands‑on experience building execution trading algorithms5+ years of Java engineering experience within financial or trading systemsDeep expertise in multithreading, concurrency, and lock‑free programmingStrong experience designing and developing distributed systemsSolid understanding of centralized risk management and its role in electronic executionFamiliarity with AI‑assisted development tools for planning, generation, or testingStrong communication skills and comfort working directly with technical and non‑technical partnersAbility to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑ownership environmentbachelors degree from a top 50 computer science schoolBonus SkillsExperience with C#, C++, or ReactExposure to low‑latency optimization techniquesBackground in real‑time market data, execution workflows, or algorithmic trading systems