Software Engineer (Trading Operations)

Job Description

Software Engineer – Trading Operations - $120,000 - $175,000 ($300,000 TC) – Chicago / New York – Hybrid – Proprietary Trading Firm

Overview:

We are currently partnered with a leading proprietary trading firm whose Global Options Middle Office team is looking for Software Engineers to help develop and improve the technology supporting its trading operations across Chicago, London and Singapore.

The team works closely with traders, researchers and software engineers to build operational tools, integrate data sources and APIs, and improve trading workflows. The role involves a mixture of greenfield development and enhancement of existing systems, with Python as the primary technology and exposure to Java.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build and maintain applications, data pipelines and operational tools supporting global trading desks.
• Integrate internal and external data sources and APIs to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Take ownership of solutions from initial prototype through to stable production deployment.
• Work closely with traders, researchers, software engineers and operations stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver practical solutions.
• Develop and enhance both greenfield and legacy systems, primarily using Python and Java.
• Troubleshoot production issues and contribute to reliable, maintainable systems.

Required Experience:

• Ideally 3–5 years of software engineering experience, with a strong grounding in core software engineering principles.
• 2+ years of professional experience working with Python and/or Java in enterprise software environments.
• Experience using Git and version control in a collaborative development environment.
• Comfortable developing and supporting applications on Linux.
• Experience building, maintaining and delivering software solutions for business stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ownership and ability to work independently.
• Clear communication skills and confidence working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Experience integrating APIs, data sources and building data pipelines.
• Experience with trading systems, financial markets or front-, middle- or back-office technology; trading experience is not essential.
• Experience working across multiple programming languages and modernising legacy systems.
• Exposure to fast-paced, business-critical production environments.

Package:

• $120,000 - $175,000 Basic Salary
• $300,000 Total Compensation
• Chicago preferred; New York considered.
• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office.
• Multiple openings within the team.

Software Engineer – Trading Operations - $120,000 - $175,000 ($300,000 TC) – Chicago / New York – Hybrid – Proprietary Trading Firm