Low-Latency C++ Trading Strategy Engineer

Edgehog Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses

Cutting-edge technology and infrastructure

Collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment

Job summary

A technology-driven trading firm seeks an experienced C++ Software Developer to design and maintain low-latency applications for trading strategy execution in Chicago. The ideal candidate has strong C++ skills, a deep understanding of computer science fundamentals, and experience in high-pressure environments. This role offers competitive compensation and a chance to significantly impact trading results.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 and above).
• Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and concurrency.
• Comfortable working in a Linux environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain low-latency C++ applications for trading.
• Collaborate with traders and engineers to translate strategies into systems.
• Optimize system performance at every level.

Skills

Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 and above)

Debugging, profiling, and performance-tuning skills

Ability to work independently

Effective communication skills

Tools

Linux

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Job description

A technology-driven trading firm seeks an experienced C++ Software Developer to design and maintain low-latency applications for trading strategy execution in Chicago. The ideal candidate has strong C++ skills, a deep understanding of computer science fundamentals, and experience in high-pressure environments. This role offers competitive compensation and a chance to significantly impact trading results.