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C++ Software Developer

Chicago Financial Search, Inc.

C++ Software Developer

Downtown Chicago - Onsite

About The Role:

We are seeking a talented C++ Software Developer to join our growing trading firm and help build next-generation automated trading systems and commercial technology platforms. Working with equities and options, with future expansion into futures, you’ll play a key role in designing high-performance solutions that directly impact our trading operations and products.

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop and optimize automated trading strategies across equities, options, and futures
  • Commercialize proprietary trading platforms and tools
  • Enhance core trading systems for performance, scalability, and reliability
  • Partner with traders and analysts to deliver technical solutions
  • Analyze market data to improve and validate strategies
  • Optimize systems for low-latency, high-performance trading
  • Build risk management and compliance tools
  • Create technical documentation and performance reports

What We’re Looking For:

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong C++ development skills for Linux-based server applications
  • Experience with multithreading, thread safety, and real-time systems
  • Solid understanding of SOLID principles, data structures, and software design
  • Experience with network programming and distributed systems
  • Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies and programming concepts

Preferred Skills

  • Professional software development experience
  • Knowledge of additional programming languages and frameworks
  • Experience optimizing systems for high performance and low latency

Personal Attributes

  • Fast learner with strong problem-solving skills
  • Innovative mindset and ability to tackle complex challenges
  • Ownership-driven with a focus on delivering impact
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Passion for technology and continuous improvement

OOJ-1484G - 1004

 

Vacancy posted 10 days ago
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