Hands On Engineering Manager / Python / AI Driven Trading Firm / Risk Team

Chicago, IL

Hybrid

Direct Hire

$170k - $250k

A forward-thinking trading firm that has a strong value on integrating automated and AI driven solutions is looking to bring on an Engineering Manager to join their expanding technology department and take a leading role in advancing our global risk management platform. The Risk Development group is responsible for building and maintaining systems that monitor market, credit, and counterparty risks across a diverse set of asset classes and regions. In this position, you will manage a small team of engineers while working closely with traders and risk professionals to develop solutions and automated processes that enhance transparency and ensure the seamless functioning of our global trading infrastructure. Required Skills & Experience
  • 5+ Years of hands-on experience with Python and C++ in a production environment
  • 1+ Years of experience leading a team of software engineers
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related
  • Proven ability to engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver effective technical solutions
  • Excellent communication skills and a highly collaborative working style
  • Solid understanding of asynchronous programming in Python
  • Proficient with relational databases, particularly Postgres
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Familiarity with financial markets or trading industries, especially with options pricing concepts like Greeks
  • The ability react swiftly and precisely to changing market dynamics
  • Familiar with containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
What You Will Be Doing
  • Supervise a team of fewer than 5 software developers
  • Desing and implement scalable, real-time software solutions for risk management
  • Develop infrastructure to support real-time risk evaluation
  • Construct data models that accurately reflect risk scenarios in financial markets
  • Collaborate with risk analysts to develop innovative approaches to risk modeling
  • Work alongside the C++ pricing team to develop risk models for volatility and other dynamic factors
The Offer You will receive the following benefits:
  • Comprehensive health, financial, and other supportive benefits
  • Competitive salaries and bonus structures
  • 401(k) retirement plan
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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Posted by: Olivia Policastro

Specialization: Python