C++ Software Engineer Job at Selby Jennings in Chicago

This range is provided by Selby Jennings. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $175,000.00/yr - $275,000.00/yr About the Role A Chicago-based proprietary trading firm is seeking a talented C++ Developer to join its growing technology team. This firm operates globally across a wide range of financial markets, including futures, equities, commodities, options, fixed income, and digital assets. With a strong focus on innovation and talent, the firm continues to expand by investing in cutting-edge technology and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. About the Role: We are looking for a skilled C++ Developer to contribute to the development and enhancement of our multi-asset trading infrastructure. This role involves close collaboration with traders, quantitative researchers, and senior engineers to deliver robust and scalable trading solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and refine proprietary trading systems that operate across various asset classes and global markets Partner with trading and quantitative teams to implement and support new trading strategies Analyze existing workflows and propose improvements to development, deployment, and operational processes Take ownership of core system components and work alongside senior technical leadership Continuously seek opportunities to optimize system performance and scalability Qualifications 2-3 years of professional experience in software development Proficiency in C++ programming Working knowledge of Python and Bash scripting Experience with trading platforms or financial systems is advantageous Strong self-motivation and eagerness to learn Comfortable adapting quickly in a fast-paced, feedback-oriented environment Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance Industries: Capital Markets #J-18808-Ljbffr