Low-Level C++ Software Engineer

Hedge Fund; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hedge Fund is looking for a Low-Level C++ Software Engineer to enhance the performance of ultra-low latency trading systems. The role involves working closely with hardware specialists and addressing real-time system challenges.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, with over 2 years of C++ experience focused on high-performance applications. Key skills include multi-threaded programming, performance tuning, and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of professional C++ experience.
• Strong grasp of modern C++ practices (C++17/20).
• Ability to analyze experimental results and optimize performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve performance-critical C++ applications.
• Collaborate with FPGA engineers and hardware specialists.
• Analyze and resolve real-time system issues.
• Build tools to monitor and analyze system performance.

Skills

C++ (high-performance applications)

Multi-threaded programming

Data structures and algorithms

Performance tuning

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Prop Trading Firm is seeking a Low‑Level C++ Software Engineer to work at the intersection of hardware and software. The focus will be on improving the performance of the firm’s critical and ultra‑low latency trading systems, working on all parts of the trading systems stack.

Requirements

• Develop and improve performance‑critical C++ applications, ensuring ultra‑low latency and high throughput
• Collaborate with FPGA engineers, hardware specialists, and systems teams to push performance boundaries
• Analyze and resolve real‑time system issues, improving the reliability and stability of our trading platforms
• Build tools to monitor, profile, and analyze the performance of systems at every level

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2+ years of professional C++ experience with a focus on high‑performance applications
• Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and modern C++ practices (C++17/20)
• Experience and aptitude in multi‑threaded programming and performance tuning
• Ability to analyze experimental results and optimize system performance
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non‑technical stakeholders