C++ Software Engineer / Full Time / Hybrid / Trading Strategies at Motion Recruitment

A global forward-thinking trading firm focused on integrating automation, AI, and data driven solutions is looking for software engineers eager to apply their technical skills to low-latency trading environment. You will collaborate with traders and researchers to design, develop, test and deploy trading strategies. This role focuses on building out software that processes vast amounts of data to fuel sophisticated, high-speed strategies, ensuring we capitalize on market opportunities faster than their competitors.

You’ll apply your expertise in parallel computing, trading systems, and performance optimization, overseeing both technical work and architectural design. As a leader, you’ll manage projects and team growth while developing software within Agile frameworks. This position is on a Hybrid basis, reporting to offices in the Chicago Loop. Required Skills & Experience

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related
• At least 3 years of experience in building efficient and scalable software using modern C++ (C++ 14 or newer)
• Experience in developing trading systems or passion for financial markets
• Demonstrated ability to make data driven decisions
• Expertise in distributed computing, data structures and algorithms
• Strong knowledge of multi-threading and multi-core programming techniques

Desired Skills & Experience

• Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
• Ability to respond rapidly and effectively to dynamic market conditions, which is critical to the role

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead the architecture, development, and deployment of advanced trading strategies using modern C++
• Be highly involved, from detailed technical work to high-level system design
• Take on leadership responsibilities in both project management and team development
• Build software using Agile principles and best practices in modern software development
• Work closely with traders and quantitative researchers to enhance and refine high-performance, low-latency trading systems

The OfferYou will receive the following benefits:

• Comprehensive health, financial, and other supportive benefits
• Competitive salaries and bonus structures
• 401(k) retirement plan

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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