Senior C++ Engineer, Market Data (Low Latency)

Chicago Trading Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Insurance coverage

Free breakfast and lunch

Paid parental leave

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Chicago Trading Company is seeking a Senior Engineer for the Market Data team in Chicago. This role involves designing high-performance libraries that ensure fast delivery of critical market data for trading systems.

Candidates are expected to have a minimum of 5 years’ experience with modern C++ and a strong background in low-latency systems. Competitive compensation package includes a salary range of $225,000—$250,000 and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a production environment using modern C++.
• Experience with market data protocols (e.g., MDP3, ITCH).
• Ability to triage issues and drive resolution efforts.

Responsibilities

• Design and build high-performance libraries and services for trading.
• Work with traders, quants, and technologists to implement solutions.
• Ensure operational safety and uphold software engineering standards.

Skills

Modern C++

Low-latency feed handler development

Deep knowledge of low-level systems programming

Computer architecture fundamentals

Networking protocols

Multithreaded and distributed systems

Performance optimization

Job description

Chicago Trading Company is seeking a Senior Engineer for the Market Data team in Chicago. This role involves designing high-performance libraries that ensure fast delivery of critical market data for trading systems.

Candidates are expected to have a minimum of 5 years’ experience with modern C++ and a strong background in low-latency systems. Competitive compensation package includes a salary range of $225,000—$250,000 and various benefits.