Senior Trading Software Engineer Job at Jobot, Chicago, IL

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  • Jobot
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sydney Weaver
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Salary: $100,000 - $350,000 per year

A bit about us:

A leading fintech & trading firm is growing their team! They are looking for skilled Java and/or Python developers with a solid background in financial trading systems, preferably with experience in options trading. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance trading applications, ensuring efficient execution and seamless integration with market data feeds

Why join us?

General Benefits
  • Base compensation + Bonus
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, & Mental Health Benefits
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Mental Health Benefits
  • 401(K) matching
  • Generous PTO
  • Flexible Work Schedule and hybrid set up
  • Professional Development

Job Details

Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust trading systems using Java and/or Python.
  • Implement and optimize algorithms for trading strategies, specifically in options.
  • Collaborate closely with traders and quantitative analysts to develop customized tools and solutions.
  • Integrate with real-time market data systems, ensuring low-latency performance.
  • Debug, test, and optimize applications for scalability and reliability.
  • Monitor and improve system performance, identifying and addressing any bottlenecks or issues.
  • Stay updated with market trends and technologies to suggest innovative solutions.
Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in Java and/or Python development.
  • Strong understanding of financial markets, with experience in options trading highly preferred.
  • Experience working with trading systems or related technologies.
  • Familiarity with real-time market data feeds and low-latency systems.
  • Solid grasp of data structures, algorithms, and multithreaded programming.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with SQL, Linux/Unix systems, and cloud platforms is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills:
  • Prior experience in financial services or quantitative trading.
  • Knowledge of FIX protocols and trading APIs.
  • Experience with risk management tools and platforms.

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