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Software Engineer, Early Career

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL
200K-200K Annually
Junior
Hybrid
Chicago, IL
200K-200K Annually
Junior
Develop and maintain trading platform software and trading algorithms, identify technical opportunities, solve complex problems, and collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and engineers. The role involves working across the software development lifecycle, learning new technologies, and applying strong algorithmic and analytical skills in a dynamic financial markets environment.
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Having the best technology drives our business. As a Software Engineer at IMC, you will drive the development of our cutting-edge trading algorithms. You will be responsible for spotting new opportunities, solving problems and developing innovative technologies. Software development here is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows.
Your Core Responsibilities:
  • Build and maintain our trading platform and software stack
  • Bring our trading strategies and technology platform to the next level
  • Collaborate with Traders, Quant Researchers and other Engineers both locally and globally
  • Develop expertise within the entire software development lifecycle
  • Learn new technologies and programming languages in a dynamic environment

Your Skills and Experience:
  • 1-3 years of full-time professional work experience post-graduation
  • BA/BSc/MA/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science or related degree
  • Must have strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures
  • Proficiency in a programming language is required (Java or C++ preferred)
  • Strong analytical skills and interest in solving complex problems programmatically
  • Desire to interact and work closely with non-engineers in a dynamic environment
  • Interest in the financial markets; previous knowledge is NOT required

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.
Base Salary: $200,000
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