Trading System Performance Engineering Specialist

Attendance

Hybrid

Job number

26825

Category

Senior Professional

Status : Permanent

Type of Contract

Permanent

Schedule : Full-Time

Full Time / Part Time?

Full-Time

Posting date

19-Jun-2025

Location : London, Outside Canada

City

London

Province / State

Outside Canada

Area(s) of interest : Information technology

A career as a Trading System Performance Engineering Specialist at National Bank means being part of our Electronic Trading team. As an expert, you will be responsible for designing, optimising and monitoring low-latency trading systems. You will contribute directly to the performance and competitiveness of our financial market’s operations.

Your job

Design and optimise high-performance trading systems

Reduce latency and improve the efficiency of real-time processing

Configure thread affinity for optimal CPU resource utilisation

Implement advanced multithreading and parallel processing techniques

Monitor system performance using tools such as Prometheus and Grafana

Perform performance and stress tests to identify areas for improvement

Work with development, infrastructure and trading teams to align technical solutions with business needs.

Your team

As part of a 50-strong team, you’ll report directly to the Director of Low Latency Trading Platforms, working at the forefront of cutting-edge financial technology.

Our team is distinguished by its collaborative approach to developing an end-to-end agile technology stack, where cross-functional expertise drives innovation and performance.

Based in London, United Kingdom, the role is designed to prioritize both flexibility and quality of life. We offer a hybrid work model with adaptable hours, empowering you to balance professional excellence with personal well-being.

Prerequisites

Proficiency in CPU, memory and I / O optimisation techniques

Proficiency in C++ and understanding of hardware-software interactions

Solid knowledge of TCP / IP, UDP, multicast protocols and network optimisation techniques

Experience with kernel bypass, DMA, FPGA, etc.

Design and implement high-performing multithreaded applications

Python skills for automation and rapid prototyping

Familiar with DevOps practices and agile environments.

Languages : French

Skills

Analytics

Application Security

DevOps

System Deployment

Web Development

Cloud-Native Architecture

Digital literacy

Influence others

Solution Design

Source Code Control Systems

System Observability

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.

• Health and wellness program, including many options
• Flexible group insurance
• Generous pension plan
• Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Preferential banking services
• Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
• Telemedicine service
• Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people.   Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Come live your ambitions with us!