Wolverine Trading
Overview
At Wolverine Trading we’re looking for a
Low-Level C++ Software Engineer
to work at the intersection of hardware and software. Your focus will be on improving the performance of our critical and ultra-low latency trading systems, working on all parts of the trading systems stack. What You’ll Do
Develop and improve performance-critical C++ applications, ensuring ultra-low latency and high throughput Collaborate with FPGA engineers, hardware specialists, and systems teams to push performance boundaries Analyze and resolve real-time system issues, improving the reliability and stability of our trading platforms Build tools to monitor, profile, and analyze the performance of systems at every level What We’re Looking For
Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent A minimum of 2+ years of professional C++ experience with a focus on high-performance applications Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and modern C++ practices (C++17/20) Experience and aptitude in multi-threaded programming and performance tuning Ability to analyze experimental results and optimize system performance Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders Most importantly: a drive to make things better Compensation
Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr This range is provided by Wolverine Trading. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. A Statement on Prior Trading Experience
With an above average rate of tenure for our engineers, we value individuals who innately strive to push boundaries and pursue constant improvement. Given a long-term focus, the ability to innovate, challenge limits, and deliver lasting impact matters far more to us than prior exposure to the trading ecosystem. Wolverine Benefits
Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage Generous Paid Parental Leave Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K Profit sharing plan Long- and short-term disability Perks
Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!) On-site gym with a subsidized membership Frequent company outings Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need in the Chicagoland area About Us
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. We are headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York and a proprietary trading affiliate in London. The base compensation range for this role is approximately $100,000-$140,000 contingent on experience. Wolverine Trading\'s total compensation model includes base salary and an annual discretionary bonus.
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At Wolverine Trading we’re looking for a
Low-Level C++ Software Engineer
to work at the intersection of hardware and software. Your focus will be on improving the performance of our critical and ultra-low latency trading systems, working on all parts of the trading systems stack. What You’ll Do
Develop and improve performance-critical C++ applications, ensuring ultra-low latency and high throughput Collaborate with FPGA engineers, hardware specialists, and systems teams to push performance boundaries Analyze and resolve real-time system issues, improving the reliability and stability of our trading platforms Build tools to monitor, profile, and analyze the performance of systems at every level What We’re Looking For
Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent A minimum of 2+ years of professional C++ experience with a focus on high-performance applications Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and modern C++ practices (C++17/20) Experience and aptitude in multi-threaded programming and performance tuning Ability to analyze experimental results and optimize system performance Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders Most importantly: a drive to make things better Compensation
Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr This range is provided by Wolverine Trading. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. A Statement on Prior Trading Experience
With an above average rate of tenure for our engineers, we value individuals who innately strive to push boundaries and pursue constant improvement. Given a long-term focus, the ability to innovate, challenge limits, and deliver lasting impact matters far more to us than prior exposure to the trading ecosystem. Wolverine Benefits
Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage Generous Paid Parental Leave Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K Profit sharing plan Long- and short-term disability Perks
Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!) On-site gym with a subsidized membership Frequent company outings Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need in the Chicagoland area About Us
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. We are headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York and a proprietary trading affiliate in London. The base compensation range for this role is approximately $100,000-$140,000 contingent on experience. Wolverine Trading\'s total compensation model includes base salary and an annual discretionary bonus.
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