Quantitative Technologist (C++ Intern)

About the role

Join Radix Trading as a C++ Quantitative Technologist Intern in Chicago, working on live trading systems and research infrastructure using modern C++. Gain hands-on experience in automated strategies and machine learning research.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work on live trading systems and research infrastructure using modern C++.
• Develop and evolve fully-automated trading strategies and alpha generation processes.
• Contribute to machine learning research and simulation infrastructure analyzing large data sets.
• Own significant processes and propose improvements during the internship.
• Deliver production-level code and innovate technology solutions daily.

Candidate Qualities

• Persistent drive to improve beyond accomplishments.
• Creative problem solving and probabilistic thinking.
• Team mindset valuing collaboration and idea sharing.
• Mental flexibility and self-awareness to adapt to feedback.
• Focus on value creation and practical results over academic exercises.

Required Software Development Skills

• Proficiency or willingness to develop in C++ (primary language for projects).
• Understanding of data structures, algorithmic complexities, and numerical algorithms.
• Knowledge of systems architecture including distributed systems and communication.
• Experience with software architecture and working with large code bases.
• Familiarity with development processes for delivering and deploying production software.