C++ Software Engineer (Chicago)
paragon alpha hedge fund talent businessChicago (IL)
C++ Software Engineer (Chicago)
Posted 2 days ago
paragon alpha hedge fund talent businessChicago (IL)
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About the role
About the Opportunity:
We are working with a leading global proprietary trading firm seeking a talented C++ Software Engineer to join its high-performance trading technology team in Chicago. This is an opportunity to work on latency-critical trading infrastructure, developing highly optimised C++ software that interacts directly with specialised hardware. You'll collaborate closely with hardware engineers and trading technology teams to build and enhance systems where performance, efficiency and reliability are critical.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop ultra-low-latency, high-performance trading systems.
Optimise production C++ code and system components to improve latency and throughput.
Develop software that interfaces directly with specialised hardware, including ASICs and FPGAs.
Collaborate with hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver efficient technical solutions.
Integrate new applications and enhancements into existing trading infrastructure.
Requirements:
2+ years of professional experience developing modern C++ in a low-latency environment.
Experience developing software for hardware platforms.
Strong understanding of performance optimisation and high-throughput systems.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
Desirable Experience:
Knowledge of electronic trading systems and financial markets. Experience working with FPGA or ASIC-based systems.
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