C++ Developer

Banyak Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Banyak Group in Chicago is seeking a C++ developer to join an internal trading team. You will work directly with traders, quants, and a senior architect to build and enhance cross-asset trading systems across global markets.

Required are 2–3 years of professional development, strong C++ skills, and familiarity with Python and Bash scripting. Trading systems experience is a plus, and candidates should be self-driven with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional software development experience is required.
• Strong programming skills in C++ are essential.
• Familiarity with Python and Bash scripting is expected.
• Prior experience with trading systems or financial applications is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-driven, learn quickly, and adapt in a feedback-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop and improve the proprietary trading system across asset classes and geographies.
• Collaborate with traders and quants to implement new trading strategies.
• Understand existing processes and contribute ideas to enhance development, deployment, and operational pipelines.
• Take ownership of key components while working closely with the senior architect.
• Continuously identify areas for performance optimization and system scalability.

Skills

C++

Python

Bash

Job description

Proprietary trading firm with global market access is looking for a C++ Developer to join an internal trading team. This individual will work directly with traders, quants, and a senior architect to build and enhance cross-asset trading systems. The firm trades global futures, equities, commodities, options, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, develop and improve our proprietary trading system that trades across asset classes and geographies
• Collaborate with traders and quants to implement new trading strategies
• Understand existing processes and contribute ideas to enhance development, deployment, and operational pipelines
• Take ownership of key components while working closely with the senior architect
• Continuously identify areas for performance optimization and system scalability

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of professional software development experience
• Strong programming skills in C++
• Familiarity with Python and Bash scripting
• Prior experience with trading systems or financial applications is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to be self-driven and motivated to learn
• Open to learning quickly and adapting in a feedback-driven environment