C++ Software Engineer

IMC Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

IMC Trading in Chicago is seeking a skilled C++ Software Engineer to design and develop high-performance trading software, focusing on hardware-tuned solutions and ultra-low latency.

You will collaborate with hardware engineers and global teams to optimize production code, implement interfaces with ASICs and FPGAs, and contribute to a cutting-edge trading platform with a performance-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience using modern C++ in low-latency environments.
• Experience with software development for hardware platforms.
• Knowledge of trading systems and financial markets is a strong plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and build low latency, high-performance trading systems.
• Optimize production code and system components for low-latency, high-throughput.
• Write software to control and interface with hardware components such as ASICs and FPGAs.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to meet requirements.
• Ensure seamless integration of new applications and enhancements to the trading infrastructure.

Skills

C++

Low-latency

Hardware integration

Trading systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/CE or related field

Job description

IMC is seeking a highly skilled C++ Software Engineer to join our Chicago team. As a Software Engineer, you will design and develop software solutions tailored to the hardware-specific needs of our global trading system with a focus on optimizing performance. Our dynamic, fast-paced tech environment enables collaboration and rapid feedback loops across global teams. You will be responsible for spotting new opportunities, solving problems and developing innovative technologies. Software development here is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Design and build low latency, high-performance trading systems
• Optimize production code and other system components to achieve low-latency and high-throughput capabilities
• Write highly performant software solutions to control and interface with hardware components such as ASICs and FPGAS
• Work closely with hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement effective solutions
• Ensure a seamless integration of new applications and enhancements to the existing trading infrastructure

Your Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field of study
• 2+ years of professional experience using modern C++ in a low-latency environment
• Experience with software development for hardware platforms
• Knowledge of trading systems and financial markets is a strong plus
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Salary Range

$175,000 - $225,000 USD

About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.