Software Engineer | High-Frequency Trading

Fionics; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Fionics in Chicago is seeking a Software Engineer to join a network of 40+ top trading firms. You will build trading systems and market data infrastructure, and contribute to quantitative research platforms.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of software engineering experience; trading experience is preferred but not essential. The role offers exposure to high-growth prop firms and established funds, with locations in Chicago and remote work options.

Qualifications

• 2+ years software engineering experience.
• Trading experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Build trading systems and market data infrastructure.
• Develop quantitative research platforms and tools.
• Optimize performance-critical financial applications.

Skills

Software engineering

Trading experience

Job description

Software Engineer - Quantitative Finance

40+ top trading firms seeking exceptional engineers. Multiple immediate openings.

What you'll do:

• Build trading systems and market data infrastructure
• Develop quantitative research platforms and tools
• Optimize performance-critical financial applications

Requirements:

• 2+ years software engineering experience
• Trading experience preferred but not essential

Our network:

• Pay: $150K-$800K+ based on experience
• Locations: Chicago, Remote

From high-growth prop firms to established systematic funds.

Ready to engineer the markets?