Software Engineer - Low Latency Trading Strategies
Chicago, IL

Job Description

Position Description

Software Engineer - Low Latency Trading Strategies

Location Chicago

Job Department Engineering

Apply Now

Position Title: Senior Software Engineer - Low Latency Trading Strategies

Location: Chicago

Department: IT

We are looking for strong C++ programmers who enjoy working with a cross-discipline team to develop and improve world-class trading systems. This is a hands-on position which will involve full development cycles, from requirements collection to final deployment, and includes ongoing support for internal users. Our team creates industry-leading systems to implement innovative trading strategies, with equal emphasis on performance, risk-management, and stability.

In addition to experience and expertise in the field, we are also looking for maturity, initiative, enthusiasm, versatility, and most importantly, passion for technology.

Responsibilities

* Perform full life cycle development and deployment of C++ applications and libraries for exchange gateways, trading strategy execution, risk management, trade reporting and market data feed processing
* Support, maintain and improve performance, integrity and reliability of existing software
* Develop and maintain systems to ensure application performance, integrity and reliability for maintaining maximal up-time, and to investigate potential problems with production systems in real-time
* Data analysis to verify valid and reproducible system performance
* Communicate technical knowledge to both technical and non-technical audiences

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields or similar professional experience
* Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with solid foundation in data structures
* Programming experience in one or more of the following: C/C++, Java, C#
* Interest and ability to learn other coding languages as needed
* Familiarity and interest with networking programming (TCP/UDP, unicast and multicast)
* Familiarity with software development tools such as version control (Git) and project management (JIRA)
* An interest in developing new trading strategies and systems

About Wolverine

Founded in 1994, the Wolverine companies comprise a number of diversified financial institutions specializing in proprietary trading, asset management, order execution services, and technology solutions. We are recognized as a market leader in derivatives valuation, trading, and value-added order execution across global equity, options, and futures markets. With a focus on innovation, achievement, and integrity, we take pride in serving the interests of both our clients and colleagues. The Wolverine companies are headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York and San Francisco and a proprietary trading affiliate office located in London.

Back Email Apply Now