Mid-Senior Level C++ Developer / Full-time Hybrid
Woodridge, Illinois
Open to Remote
Full Time
$130k - $150k
A rapidly growing financial services firm based in Chicago is seeking a full-time C++ Developer to join its core engineering team. Operating with a lean, startup-sized structure, the company has built a robust platform and a collaborative, data-driven culture focused on continuous innovation.
This role centers on building and enhancing low-latency trading applications and infrastructure used in high-frequency trading environments. You'll be part of a high-impact, fast-paced team where speed and precision matter.
If you're a mid-to-senior level C++ engineer who thrives in collaborative, high-stakes environments and has experience in financial markets, this opportunity is for you. You'll work closely with senior strategy developers, traders, and operations to optimize current systems and contribute to new feature development and exchange connectivity.
Required Skills & Experience
• 3+ years of professional C++ development in high-performance or low-latency systems
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of futures trading, securities, and market structure
• Proven experience optimizing applications for performance and scalability
• Comfortable working directly with traders and strategy teams in a fast-paced environment
Desired Skills & Experience
• Background in proprietary trading, hedge funds, or financial services
• Experience with multithreading, networking, and high-throughput system design
• Exposure to algorithmic trading systems or exchange connectivity
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage in technical system architecture discussions
What You’ll Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
• 80% C++ core development and optimization
• 20% Collaboration with trading and operations teams
Daily Responsibilities
• Architect, develop, and maintain low-latency trading applications in collaboration with senior developers
• Address a backlog of system improvements and performance tuning initiatives
• Contribute to exchange connectivity and trader-facing applications
• Identify bottlenecks, resolve downtime issues, and continuously enhance system speed and resiliency
The Offer
• Competitive base salary with discretionary bonus opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible hybrid work model with initial onsite training in Chicago
• Join a small but rapidly expanding firm where your contributions will have immediate and visible impact
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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This role centers on building and enhancing low-latency trading applications and infrastructure used in high-frequency trading environments. You'll be part of a high-impact, fast-paced team where speed and precision matter.
If you're a mid-to-senior level C++ engineer who thrives in collaborative, high-stakes environments and has experience in financial markets, this opportunity is for you. You'll work closely with senior strategy developers, traders, and operations to optimize current systems and contribute to new feature development and exchange connectivity.
Required Skills & Experience
• 3+ years of professional C++ development in high-performance or low-latency systems
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of futures trading, securities, and market structure
• Proven experience optimizing applications for performance and scalability
• Comfortable working directly with traders and strategy teams in a fast-paced environment
Desired Skills & Experience
• Background in proprietary trading, hedge funds, or financial services
• Experience with multithreading, networking, and high-throughput system design
• Exposure to algorithmic trading systems or exchange connectivity
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage in technical system architecture discussions
What You’ll Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
• 80% C++ core development and optimization
• 20% Collaboration with trading and operations teams
Daily Responsibilities
• Architect, develop, and maintain low-latency trading applications in collaboration with senior developers
• Address a backlog of system improvements and performance tuning initiatives
• Contribute to exchange connectivity and trader-facing applications
• Identify bottlenecks, resolve downtime issues, and continuously enhance system speed and resiliency
The Offer
• Competitive base salary with discretionary bonus opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible hybrid work model with initial onsite training in Chicago
• Join a small but rapidly expanding firm where your contributions will have immediate and visible impact
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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