Software Engineer, C++

Drweng

Singapore / Hong Kong (Hong Kong, Singapore) Remote permanent

Posted: March 18, 2026

Quick Summary

We are looking for a Software Engineer, C++ with experience in trading and risk management. The ideal candidate should have experience with multiple asset classes, instruments, and strategies. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Job Description

DRW is a technology-driven, diversified principal trading firm. We trade our own capital at our own risk, across a broad range of asset classes, instruments and strategies, in financial markets around the world. As the markets have evolved over the past 25 years, so has DRW – maximizing opportunities to include real estate, cryptoassets and venture capital. With over 1,000 employees at our Chicago headquarters and offices around the world, we work together to solve complex problems, challenge consensus and deliver meaningful results. It’s a place of high expectations, deep curiosity and thoughtful collaboration.

We are looking for an excellent C++ Software Engineer to develop new and improve existing low latency trade execution systems for our Asia Equity Options business. As a member of the desk, you will be integral in the interaction between research and trading teams, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge low latency technologies and will be surrounded by senior technologists providing you with the best possible environment to succeed.

How you will make an impact:

• Have significant experience developing high-availability systems in C++ and Python with very tight resource/latency constraints

• Strong experience with working on highly distributed systems

• Analyzing and discussing requirements from stakeholders

• Facilitating discussions on code implementation, testing, software architecture best practices

• Driving projects and leading new initiatives

• Actively engaging with others on the development team to resolve challenging design and coding issues

• Evaluating appropriate new technologies, tools, frameworks and software components for integration

What you bring to the team:

• Strong understanding of C++, boost, STL

• Knowledge of Python is a plus

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in the trading industry

• Prior experience working on options or derivative products

• A background in multi-threaded programming and a strong understanding of hardware/software interaction

• Are comfortable working “under the hood” and skilled in performance tuning (applications, Linux, socket I/O, etc.) and troubleshooting

• Experience working with Research teams and Quants

• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and best practices

• Dedicated team player and a passionate problem solver with strong interpersonal skills

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