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Prestige Staffing lists this Director, Software Development - C++ opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Summary
An exceptional opportunity to lead the development of a high-performance, low-latency trading platform. The role demands strategic oversight of system architecture, engineering leadership, and operational excellence in a mission-critical, regulated financial services setting. The Director will manage and mentor engineering teams, influence technical strategy, and ensure system reliability and scalability for cutting-edge equity and options trading systems.
Job Title
Director, Software Development - C++
Pay
$250,000 - $275,000 USD
Location
NYC
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
15+ years of software engineering experience, with significant expertise in C/C++ on Linux
5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles managing multiple teams
Proven experience designing and owning large-scale, high-performance, low-latency systems
Deep knowledge of data structures, algorithms, systems programming, and network protocols (TCP/IP, Multicast)
Hands-on experience with multithreading and real-time systems
Familiarity with scripting, automation, and AI-assisted coding tools
Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder communication skills
Experience within regulated financial environments is preferred
Responsibilities
Own and direct the end-to-end architecture and development of NYSE's trading systems
Lead, mentor, and build high-performing engineering teams
Translate business objectives into technical strategies and execution plans
Establish and enforce engineering standards, best practices, and performance metrics
Drive technical innovation and evaluate emerging technologies
Oversee operational reliability, incident management, and systemic improvements
Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executive leadership to align on strategic goals
Ensure regulatory compliance and system availability for mission-critical trading infrastructure
Benefits
Lead a visible team of 6-10 engineers, influencing key trading technology initiatives
Competitive salary in the range of $250,000 to $275,000
Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401(k), and paid time off
Onsite
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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