Job title: C++ Software Engineer - Prop Trading
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Sub-Industry: Market Making Proprietary Trading
Functional Expertise: Software Engineering
Salary from: USD $145,000.00
Salary to: USD $225,000.00
Location: Chicago, IL

Job Description

We are seeking talented C++ Software Engineers to join a leading Proprietary Trading firm with positions available in New York, Chicago and London. As a C++ Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on high-performance trading systems and contribute to the development of algorithmic trading strategies.

Your Day

  • Collaborate with the trading team to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Write efficient and reliable C++ code to implement trading strategies, and enhance system functionality.
  • Work closely with the infrastructure team to ensure reliable and optimized system performance.
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure the stability and integrity of trading systems.
  • Keep up to date with industry advancements and share knowledge with the team to drive continuous improvement.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Strong proficiency in modern C++ development with a focus on low-latency, high-performance systems.
  • Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, concurrency, memory management and multithreading concepts.
  • Experience working in a Linux environment and familiarity with networking protocols.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Apply Now!

If this opportunity is of interest and you meet the key requirements, apply now!

The base salary range for this role is $140,000 to $230,000 plus a generous bonus.

PLEASE NOTE: We will not be able to accept applications if you do not currently have US work authorization

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