Trading Systems Engineer — Build Next-Gen Algorithms

IMC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC is seeking a Software Engineer in Chicago to drive development of cutting-edge trading algorithms and technologies. You will build and maintain the trading platform, collaborate with traders and researchers, and grow across the full software lifecycle in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of professional experience, a relevant engineering degree, and strong algorithms knowledge, with Java or C++ proficiency.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of full-time professional work experience post-graduation.
• BA/BSc/MA/MSc in Engineering, CS or related degree.
• Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• Programming language proficiency in Java or C++.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain the trading platform and software stack.
• Bring our trading strategies and technology platform to the next level.
• Collaborate with Traders, Quant Researchers and other Engineers both locally and globally.
• Develop expertise within the entire software development lifecycle.
• Learn new technologies and programming languages in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Algorithms

Data structures

Java

C++

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Finance interest

Education

BA/BSc/MA/MSc in Engineering/CS

Tools

Git

Linux

Job description

IMC is seeking a Software Engineer in Chicago to drive development of cutting-edge trading algorithms and technologies. You will build and maintain the trading platform, collaborate with traders and researchers, and grow across the full software lifecycle in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of professional experience, a relevant engineering degree, and strong algorithms knowledge, with Java or C++ proficiency.