Software Engineer (Python & SQL)

Access Search, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Search, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer for the BP&A team in Chicago, IL. This role focuses on back-end development, automation, and scalable analytics tools supporting finance, trading, and middle-office operations.

You will collaborate with global teams to design data pipelines, dashboards, and BI solutions, automate workflows, and improve data processing and system performance. Eligible for a discretionary bonus; immigration sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, or a related quantitative field.
• 2–5 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong back-end development skills with Python and SQL.
• Experience working in cloud-based and containerized environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with global teams in a fast-paced trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain back-end applications and business intelligence tools.
• Build scalable data pipelines, dashboards, and visualization solutions.
• Automate workflows and optimize data processing and system performance.
• Partner with finance, trading, operations, and BI teams to deliver technical solutions.
• Support database development, system integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Python

SQL

React

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

AWS

Data pipelines

Database development

Data visualization

Job description

Software Engineer – Business Performance & Analytics (BP&A)

• $130,000–$180,000 Base + Bonus
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Experience: 2–5 Years

About the Opportunity

A leading global proprietary trading firm is seeking a Software Engineer to join its Business Performance & Analytics (BP&A) team. This role focuses on back-end development, automation, and building scalable tools that support finance, trading, and middle-office operations. You will collaborate with global teams to develop data-driven solutions, optimize business processes, and deliver impactful analytics tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain back-end applications and business intelligence tools.
• Build scalable data pipelines, dashboards, and visualization solutions.
• Automate workflows and optimize data processing and system performance.
• Partner with finance, trading, operations, and BI teams to deliver technical solutions.
• Support database development, system integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Technologies & Skills

• Programming: Python, SQL
• Front-End: React (preferred)
• Cloud: AWS or other cloud platforms
• Data Engineering: Data pipelines, database development, data processing, and visualization
• Additional Experience: Financial systems, AI/ML engineering, or business intelligence (preferred)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, or a related quantitative field.
• 2–5 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong back-end development skills with Python and SQL.
• Experience working in cloud-based and containerized environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with global teams in a fast-paced trading environment.

Eligible for a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits, including paid leave and insurance.

Please note: Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.