C++ Software Engineer

Posted 7 Days Ago
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
1-3 Years Experience
Fintech • Software
IMC is a proprietary trading firm and market maker in various products listed on exchanges globally.
The Role
The C++ Software Engineer will design, develop, and optimize software solutions for a global trading system, collaborating with hardware engineers to implement effective solutions and enhance system capabilities for low latency and high throughput.
Summary Generated by Built In

IMC is seeking a highly skilled software engineer to join the Chicago team. As a software engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize software solutions tailored to the hardware-specific needs of our global trading system. Our dynamic, fast-paced tech environment enables collaboration and rapid feedback loops across global teams.
Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement effective solutions
  • Write highly-performant software solutions to control and interface with hardware components
  • Optimize components of our system to achieve low-latency and high-throughput capabilities
  • Ensure a seamless integration of new applications and enhancements to the existing trading infrastructure


Your Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field of study
  • 2+ years of professional experience using modern C++ in a low-latency environment
  • Experience with software development for hardware platforms
  • Knowledge of trading systems and financial markets is a strong plus
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills


About Us
IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we've been a stabilizing force in the financial markets - providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.

Top Skills

C++

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
1,622 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1989

What We Do

IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we’ve been a stabilizing force in the financial markets – providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.

Why Work With Us

At IMC, the best ideas win, regardless of hierarchy. We’ve done away with artificial barriers and prioritize our employees. As a result, our people can explore their potential without limits, developing and implementing the systems and strategies that have made us one of the world’s leading liquidity providers.

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