Entry-Level C++ Engineer for Trading Platforms

Wolverine Trading, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free breakfast & lunch

Mentorship program

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Wolverine Trading, LLC in Chicago, IL, is seeking an Entry Level C++ Software Engineer graduating Spring 2027 to join our Technology team. On-site role with close collaboration with traders and engineers, contributing to high-performance trading applications from day one.

You will design, develop, and test C++ software, gain exposure to the full lifecycle of trading systems, and benefit from mentorship, clear growth paths, and a supportive environment on the Chicago trading floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of C++ applications that drive our trading platforms.
• Collaborate with traders and senior engineers to translate requirements into efficient solutions.
• Assist in monitoring, profiling, and troubleshooting applications to improve reliability and stability.
• Gain exposure to the full lifecycle of trading system development, from idea to production support.

Skills

C++

Object-oriented design

Data structures & algorithms

Multi-threaded programming

Real-time systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science / Computer Engineering

Job description

Wolverine Trading, LLC in Chicago, IL, is seeking an Entry Level C++ Software Engineer graduating Spring 2027 to join our Technology team. On-site role with close collaboration with traders and engineers, contributing to high-performance trading applications from day one.

You will design, develop, and test C++ software, gain exposure to the full lifecycle of trading systems, and benefit from mentorship, clear growth paths, and a supportive environment on the Chicago trading floor.