Software Developer

DRW; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 202,500 - 247,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

DRW in Chicago is seeking a Software Developer to join a dynamic team of technologists, quantitative researchers, and traders. You will design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary software powering trading strategies and risk analysis, with emphasis on low-latency performance.

You will work across the full technology stack, collaborating with teammates to balance speed, features, and cost while advancing data handling, visualization, and system integration capabilities.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related engineering discipline, with graduation expected between December 2026 and June 2027.
• Strong fundamentals in data structures and algorithms.
• Experience in multi‑threading, API design, data processing, and UI development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary software powering trading strategies and systems.
• Analyze and tune system performance to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with teammates to balance speed, features, and cost across the technology stack.

Skills

Multithreading

API design

Data processing

UI development

Network programming

OO design

Algorithms

Communication

Education

CS/Physics/Math degree

Job description

Overview

Our formula for success is simple: hire exceptional talent, empower bold thinking, and reward performance that drives impact.

As a Software Developer at DRW, you will be an integral member of a dynamic team of technologists, quantitative researchers, and traders. Collaborating closely, you will contribute across the full technology stack tackling complex problems that require careful analysis and swift execution.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary software that powers fundamental aspects of our business, such as:
• Trading strategy simulation software optimized for distributed computation
• Large‑scale data acquisition, storage, accessibility, and visualization
• Ultra‑low‑latency trading strategies
• Complex algorithmic trading systems
• Real‑time trade management and risk analysis platforms
• Low‑level optimizations for data processing
• Fully automated trading strategies
• Adapters for exchange protocols
• Robust inter‑process communication mechanisms
• Analyze and tune system performance
• Collaborate with experienced teammates to learn and implement bespoke solutions that balance speed, features, and cost to improve our technology stack

What You Bring to the Team

• A degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related engineering discipline, with graduation expected between December 2026 and June 2027 (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD)
• Skills in multi‑threading, API design and integration, data processing, and UI development
• Experience in network programming (TCP/IP) and multi‑threaded applications, computational intelligence, real‑time programming or GUI programming
• A strong grasp of object‑oriented design, data structures, and algorithms
• Solid programming fundamentals paired with clear logical thinking and effective communication
• The ability to clearly articulate and advocate for your ideas within a collaborative team environment

Why DRW

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over three decades of experience bringing together sophisticated technology and exceptional talent to operate in markets around the world. We trade using our own capital and at our own risk, allowing us to move quickly and adapt to new opportunities. Our culture is defined by high expectations, integrity, innovation, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $225,000, depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with discretionary employer match, short and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

Legal Information

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