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SolGenie

Software Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Software Engineer Location: New York (Hybrid) Candidate should work from office 3-4 days Duration ... hedge fund on data engagements. Contribute to a variety of Development initiatives, focusing on ...

Hedge Fund

AI Applications Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$180 - $280/hr

Multi-Strategy / Multi-Manager hedge fund with >$3BB in AUM and a core focus on long / short equity strategies is seeking to hire a Senior AI Applications / Full Stack Engineer to build end-to-end AI ...

Hedge Fund

Market Access Developer - C++

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $150/hr

Global quantitative hedge fund is seeking a talented C++ developer with expertise in low latency development. This person will be responsible for building and maintaining the cutting‑edge ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract hedge fund software engineer in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Hedge Fund Software Engineer vs Contract Quantitative Analyst?

AspectContract Hedge Fund Software EngineerContract Quantitative Analyst
Required CredentialsComputer Science degree, programming skills (Python, C++, Java)Mathematics, Statistics, or Financial Engineering degree
Work EnvironmentDeveloping trading systems, risk management tools in a finance settingBuilding models, analyzing data, developing trading algorithms
Employer & Industry UsageHedge funds, asset management firms, financial technology companiesHedge funds, investment banks, proprietary trading firms

While both roles operate within the finance industry and require analytical skills, Contract Hedge Fund Software Engineers focus on developing software systems, whereas Contract Quantitative Analysts primarily develop mathematical models and trading algorithms. The roles often collaborate but differ in technical focus and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Contract Hedge Fund Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Market Access Developer - Crypto (C++)

Hedge Fund

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$120 - $160/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Global quantitative hedge fund is seeking a talented C++ developer with expertise in low latency development, ideally in cryptocurrency markets or HFT. This person will be responsible for building and maintaining the cutting‑edge technology systems that connect the fund to global financial markets, brokers, and third‑party providers. These systems are critical for delivering real‑time market data and executing orders with speed, reliability, and precision.

Responsibilities
  • Enhance market access systems to meet the demands of low‑latency and high‑frequency trading in cryptocurrency markets.
  • Work closely with traders and researchers to understand the unique requirements of cryptocurrency trading and provide timely feedback and innovative solutions.
  • Collaborate with Linux administrators and network engineers to ensure optimal system setup and deployment, leveraging cloud infrastructure and modern devops practices.
Qualifications
  • Expert skills in C++ and Linux platforms.
  • Proven experience in low‑latency optimization and tuning techniques.
  • Experience with market access systems in cryptocurrency markets.
  • Familiarity with cloud environments and modern CI/CD pipelines.
  • Good knowledge of crypto products is a plus.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are desirable.
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