Full Stack Software Engineer

SG Cap Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Competitive market-based pay

401(k) and medical, dental, vision

Job summary

SG Cap Trading is seeking a hands-on Full Stack Software Engineer to build internal tools, applications, and infrastructure supporting research, engineering, and trading teams. The ideal candidate has strong Python experience and can work across data systems and infrastructure.

You will develop across the stack, integrate Python-based workflows into web apps, and collaborate with traders and engineers to deliver robust software solutions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a full stack software role.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, and data processing.
• Experience integrating Python-based tools and data workflows into web applications.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD practices, and relational databases.

Responsibilities

• Own and enhance internal software systems supporting research, engineering, and trading operations.
• Develop across the full stack, including applications, data pipelines, infrastructure, and tooling.
• Design, implement, and document scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Leverage AI coding tools to accelerate development, debugging, and testing.
• Collaborate with traders, systems engineers, and software engineers to deliver effective software solutions.

Skills

Python

Full stack development

Data processing

Linux

Problem solving

Education

BS in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Relational databases

SQL

Linux tooling

Job description

SG is a boutique technology company founded in 2004. We use technology and big data to solve real world financial puzzles. Our competitive advantage is a true meritocracy minimizing politics and rewarding results. The foundation of our culture is continuous improvement.

We are seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to build and enhance the internal tools, applications, and infrastructure that support our research, engineering, and trading teams. The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer with strong Python experience, a passion for solving complex problems, and the ability to work across application development, data systems, and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Own and enhance internal software systems supporting research, engineering, and trading operations.
• Develop across the full stack, including applications, data pipelines, infrastructure, and tooling.
• Design, implement, and document scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Leverage AI coding tools (Claude, Codex, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, LLMs) to accelerate development, debugging, and testing.
• Collaborate with traders, systems engineers, and software engineers to deliver effective software solutions.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in a Full Stack Software Engineer, Software Developer, or similar software development role.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, and data processing.
• Experience integrating Python-based tools and data workflows into web applications.
• Familiarity with Git, code reviews, and CI/CD development practices.
• Experience working with relational and analytical databases.
• Comfortable in Linux environments (Ubuntu/Debian, CentOS/RHEL).
• Strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of C++, including STL, memory management, pointers, and object-oriented programming.
• Understanding of core Linux services such as systemd, SSH, DNS, and DHCP.

What we offer:

• Work-Life Balance - no excessive overtime
• Competitive market-based pay with results based rewards
• Solid benefit package including 401(k), medical, dental and vision
• Generous time off including holidays and vacation
• Education Reimbursement