C++ Software Engineer

Benton Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC in Chicago seeks a highly skilled C++ Software Engineer to design and develop software for our global trading system, focusing on low-latency, high-throughput performance. You will collaborate with hardware engineers, optimize production code, and implement interfaces with ASICs and FPGAs, delivering robust solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, along with a degree in CS/CE and 2+ years in modern C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in 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.

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.

Skills

C++

Low-latency

Hardware integration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/CE

Tools

ASICs

FPGAs

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 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