Software Engineer

We have been retained by a well-established global trading firm in Chicago that generates $2.5B yearly in gross revenue & is looking for a Software Engineer to join its research team. On-site obligation is 2-3 days a week and relocation packages are included. Client is willing to wait 12-18 months for a non‐compete. RoleAssist in the implementation of quantitative strategies. Build and implement data pipelines. Develop trading infrastructure in C++ & Python. Support the quant team with tooling and simulation. Act as the go‐between between Quant, Data and Infra teams. Essential SkillsBS in CompSci/Maths or similarly related field. Experience working closely with a quant team (or on it) & simulation. Familiar with Python and/or C++.Experience working at a trading firm (recently hired from Akuna, Wolverine and CitSec).Familiar with pipelines. Beneficial Skills Previous experience in greenfield development / building out something from scratch (startup / new product 0‐1).MSCS or similarly related field. Familiar with presenting to stakeholders. Leadership experience. Compensation Our client is looking at $525,000‐875,000 total compensation. This is broken into a base with a guaranteed bonus Y1. Potential sign‐on in addition is $50,000‐120,000.