Staff Software Engineer - R&D (Chicago)

Full-time

NJF Global Holdings Ltd

Chicago, IL

Head of Specialised Projects @ NJF Global Holdings | Retained and Executive Search
Are you a world-class engineer passionate about pushing the limits of high-performance computing, real-time acceleration, and cutting-edge research? Join a top-tier team driving innovation at the intersection of software, hardware, and algorithmic design in one of the most advanced trading environments in the world.
What You'll Do:
Design and develop high-performance software solutions for real-time systems and low-latency trading.
Optimize critical components of a large-scale, fully automated trading infrastructure.
Collaborate with traders and technologists to co-design hybrid software/hardware solutions for extreme performance.
Research and implement advancements in networking, high-performance computing, and real-time acceleration.
Evaluate and integrate cutting-edge academic research into practical, high-impact applications.
What We’re Looking For:
Strong expertise in C or C++ for low-latency, high-performance software development.
Deep understanding of computer architecture, concurrency, and optimization techniques.
Experience with networking protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, InfiniBand) and low-level networking knowledge.
Exposure to hardware acceleration (FPGAs, GPUs, or ASICs) and their integration with software.
Proficiency in data analytics tools (Python, MATLAB, NumPy) for performance analysis and research.
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for pushing the boundaries of computing performance.
A degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Why Join Us?
Unparalleled Compensation: A highly competitive package, with potential earnings exceeding $900k+, reflecting the critical impact of your contributions.
Technical Mastery: Work on some of the most advanced problems in performance engineering, system optimization, and trading acceleration.
Elite Collaboration: Be part of a world-class team of engineers, researchers, and traders pushing the frontiers of technology.
Endless Innovation: Leverage the latest advancements in computing and research to shape the future of trading technology.
This is not just a job—it’s an opportunity to be at the forefront of high-performance computing and algorithmic engineering. If you're excited about working on complex, high-stakes problems in a dynamic and fast-moving environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

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