C++ Software Engineer

Greenhouse Software, Inc.; Chicago, New York (IL, NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC is seeking a highly skilled C++ Software Engineer to join our Chicago team. 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 environment enables collaboration and rapid feedback across global teams. You will spot opportunities, solve problems, and develop innovative technologies in a pragmatic, enjoyable setting.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

C++ (modern)

Low-latency

Hardware interfacing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/CE

Job description

Chicago, United States; New York, United States

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 componentssuch 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

$175,000 - $225,000 USD

About Us

IMC is a research-driven trading firm where quantitative modeling, machine learning, and engineering shape how modern markets are traded. A stabilizing force in markets since 1989, we provide liquidity across trading venues, delivering the best outcome in value and risk management to investors. Using our own technology and capital, we build proprietary systems and algorithms that operate across global markets. Our researchers, traders, and engineers work as a collective, combining rapid experimentation, advanced infrastructure, and real-time feedback to turn insight into execution and execution into advantage.

IMC is an equal opportunity employer. IMC prohibits discrimination of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and/or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Completion of this section is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment or the terms or conditions of your employment. The data collected from these questions will be stored separately from your individual application and will be kept confidential.