Software Developer Chicago

Framework Ventures; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus eligibility

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Vacation policy

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Framework Ventures, headquartered in Chicago, is seeking a motivated developer for its algorithmic software development team. The role involves working with experienced traders and developers to improve a low-latency trading platform. Candidates should have 0-7 years of C++ experience and a strong work ethic. Benefits include a discretionary bonus, medical insurance, a flexible vacation policy, and a retirement plan. The base salary range is $150,000 - $250,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 0-7 years of experience in a related field.
• Highly proficient in modern C++ (e.g., smart pointers).
• Strong work ethic and ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside senior traders and experienced software developers.
• Learn proprietary methodologies and trading systems.
• Improve and extend the core trading platform.

Skills

C++

Low-level performance optimization

Quick learning ability

Detail-oriented

Interest in algorithmic trading

Job description

About Us: Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, quick‑learning developer for our algorithmic software development team. In this role, you will be involved in the development of our cutting‑edge, low‑latency trading platform, which competes in the most competitive markets in the world.

Job Responsibilities

• Work alongside senior traders and experienced software developers
• Learn proprietary methodologies and trading systems that support an established low‑latency, algorithmic trading business
• Improve and extend the core trading platform, enhance existing trades, and identify and pursue new opportunities
• Further responsibilities may be driven by the individual’s interests and specific skills

Requirements

• 0-7 years of experience in a related field
• Highly proficient in C++; experience with modern C++ (such as smart pointers)
• Strong work ethic, detail oriented, and ability to learn quickly in a fast‑paced environment
• Interest in algorithmic trading
• Experience doing highly performant, low‑level C++ work

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs

Base Salary Range: $150,000 - $250,000 USD

DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.