Compiler Engineer

A leading algorithmic trading firm is seeking an experienced Compiler Engineer to join a dynamic and innovative team. As a Compiler Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing compilers for our low-latency algorithmic trading systems, including optimizing the translation of trading algorithms written in C and other programming languages into executable code that can be run on our trading systems.

• Develop and optimize compilers for low-latency algorithmic trading systems
• Work closely with trading system developers to ensure that compiled code meets performance requirements for high-frequency trading
• Conduct research on new compiler technologies and techniques to improve the speed and efficiency of our trading systems
• Collaborate with other software engineers and trading experts to design and implement new trading strategies and algorithms
• Debug and troubleshoot compiler issues and provide support to trading system developers as needed
• Write and maintain documentation for compilers and related tools
• Write scripts in shell languages (such as Bash) to automate tasks related to compiler development and testing
• Develop custom optimizations for compilers using GCC plugins
• Understand the Linux kernel internals, including system calls, process management, and memory management, to optimize compilers for performance on Linux systems

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Strong background in compiler engineering, with experience in developing and optimizing compilers for low-latency trading systems
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, assembly language, Python, and shell languages
• Experience with multithreaded programming and distributed systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of compiler optimization, LLVM, GCC, Clang, Java, and Linux kernel internals is a plus