Quantitative Developer (C++/Python)

MA CAPITAL U.S. LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MA CAPITAL U.S. LLC is seeking a talented Quantitative Developer to join our trading technology team based in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on developing and optimizing low-latency execution systems across equities, derivatives, and digital assets, requiring strong C++ and Python skills.

The ideal candidate will contribute to building high-performance trading infrastructure while enjoying a startup culture characterized by innovation and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years understanding of market microstructure and execution venues.
• Strong numerical programming abilities.
• Experience with statistical modeling or machine learning for trading systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency trading execution systems.
• Build and integrate with market data handlers and order routing components.
• Implement tools for simulation, backtesting, and live performance monitoring.

Skills

C++

Python

Market microstructure understanding

Performance optimization

Education

Mathematics, statistics, or computer science degree

Tools

Numpy

Scipy

Job description

Overview

MA Capital US LLC is a proprietary trading firm specializing in systematic and high-performing discretionary strategies across multiple asset classes. We leverage advanced technology, quantitative research, and sophisticated models to capitalize on opportunities in global markets. Our culture is built on innovation, efficiency, and transparency. We are committed to providing liquidity and supporting fair, efficient markets, while ensuring our traders and professionals have flexibility, tools, and continuous learning opportunities to succeed.

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented and driven Quantitative Developer to join our trading technology team. This role focuses on the development and optimization of low-latency execution systems across equities, derivatives, and digital assets. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in C++ and Python, a keen understanding of market microstructure, and a passion for building high-performance trading infrastructure.

MA Capital employs individuals with a passion for innovation and solving hard problems. If looking for a firm where you can make your mark or take a strategy to the next level MA Capital is your home.

Key Responsibilities

• Execution Systems: Develop and maintain low-latency trading execution systems for equities, derivatives, and digital assets.
• Platform Integration & Strategy: Build and integrate with market data handlers, order routing components, and real-time risk controls within the trading platform.
• Tooling & Monitoring: Implement tools for simulation, backtesting, and live performance monitoring to support ongoing system enhancements.

Required Qualifications

• Programming: Proficient in C++ and Python, with an emphasis on performance optimization.
• Industry Exposure: 3+ years of solid understanding of market microstructure, order types, and execution venues.
• Academic & Analytical Experience: Expertise in mathematics, statistics, or computer science, with strong numerical programming abilities (e.g., numpy, scipy).
• Quantitative Techniques: Experience with statistical modeling, signal processing, or machine learning for trading systems is a plus.

Why join us?

• Professional Development: Hands-on experience in a startup environment where you’re empowered to innovate and shape the future of trading technology.
• Startup Environment: Agile and entrepreneurial setup, allowing for flexibility and rapid decision-making.
• Efficient Infrastructure: Proprietary platform for systematic trading with plug-and-play access to major global exchanges. Built for ultra-low latency and fast execution in HFT environments.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Helping you and your family plan for a secure financial future.