Associate Engineer - 2027 Start

About the role

Join Chicago Trading Company as an Associate Engineer to design and develop real-time trading tools and risk applications. This role offers exposure to trading and requires strong software development skills and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Design, code, and test sophisticated trading and risk management software.
• Work on distributed real-time systems requiring deep computer science knowledge.
• Participate in short development cycles with frequent software releases.
• Collaborate effectively within a dynamic, team-based environment.
• Gain exposure to trading through a combined trading and technology curriculum.
• Shadow a trading desk to understand trading operations.

Candidate Requirements

• Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar.
• Experience with Java, C++, or Python and object-oriented programming.
• Graduation between December 2026 and June 2027.
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and multi-threading.
• Curious about options trading, pricing, and risk management; no prior finance needed.
• Willing to relocate to Chicago or New York City.

Desired Attributes

• Highly motivated, humble, and collaborative team player.
• Ability to communicate analytical ideas clearly in writing and verbally.
• Thrives in a competitive, driven team environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary fixed at $175,000 USD with eligibility for annual discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits including free breakfast, lunch, snacks, and fitness center membership.
• Opportunity for excellent growth potential in a leading global trading firm.

Company Culture and Commitment

• Innovative firm applying emerging technologies including AI in trading.
• Collaborative environment rewarding innovation and solution-oriented thinking.
• Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion with reasonable accommodations.