Software Developer - Real‑Time Trading & Data Systems

P2P; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 202,500 - 247,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical

Dental and vision

401k with discretionary match

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D

Health savings accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

DRW is seeking a Software Developer to contribute across the full technology stack, driving development of trading-related software and analytics. You will design, implement, test, and optimize systems with a focus on low latency and robust data processing.

Ideal candidates have a strong foundation in C++, Java, or Python, and experience with multi-threading, API design, and real-time programming. Graduation expected between Dec 2026 and Jun 2027, with a collaborative, high‑performance culture.

Qualifications

• 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)
• Proficiency in modern C++, Java or Python
• Skills in multi-threading, API design and integration, data processing, and UI development
• Skills in network programming (TCP/IP), 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 with clear logical thinking and effective communication
• Ability to clearly articulate and advocate for your ideas within a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy proprietary software across the technology stack
• Analyze and tune system performance
• Collaborate with teammates to implement bespoke solutions balancing speed, features, and cost

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Multithreading

APIs

Data processing

UI development

Network programming

Education

CS/Physics/Math degree

Job description

DRW is seeking a Software Developer to contribute across the full technology stack, driving development of trading-related software and analytics. You will design, implement, test, and optimize systems with a focus on low latency and robust data processing.

Ideal candidates have a strong foundation in C++, Java, or Python, and experience with multi-threading, API design, and real-time programming. Graduation expected between Dec 2026 and Jun 2027, with a collaborative, high‑performance culture.