Overview
On Site
150k - 170k
Full Time
Skills
.NET
Innovation
Mentorship
Order Management
Real-time
Data Flow
Database
Microservices
Distributed Computing
Routing
Authentication
Middleware
Messaging
Profit And Loss
WebSocket
Streaming
Interfaces
Optimization
Computer Hardware
Workflow
Cloud Computing
C#
C++
Backend Development
SQL
Market Analysis
Trading
Collaboration
Insurance
SAP BASIS
Job Details
Premiere trading organization is looking to bring on a Senior Backend Engineer. They are based in Chicago's Loop and require 4 days in office. They are a fast-growing proprietary trading firm known for building ultra-low-latency systems and high-performance trading infrastructure. You'll work with cutting-edge C#, C++, microservices, low-latency systems, and high-throughput distributed services powering real-time trading execution.
This role puts you directly at the core of the firm's trading technology-your engineering decisions influence P/L in real time. If you're excited by complex technical challenges and enjoy building software where performance, reliability, and precision matter, this is an ideal role. The team is highly collaborative and engineering-driven, giving you autonomy to own systems end-to-end while gaining exposure to trading systems, quantitative engineering, and high-speed market data processing. You'll join a team that values innovation, mentorship, and continuous learning while still supporting great work-life balance.
Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of backend engineering experience in C# and/or C++
Experience developing trading infrastructure (e.g., trading engine, FIX engine, order management systems)
Strong understanding of low-latency systems and real-time data flows
Experience with SQL databases and high-performance data access
Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices, and distributed system design
Strong understanding of market data processing or order routing pipelines
Experience with authentication, middleware, and high-throughput messaging systems
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with P/L calculations, margin engines, or position reconciliation
Knowledge of WebSockets and streaming interfaces
Experience with colocation, tick-to-trade optimization, or hardware acceleration
Exposure to risk systems or post-trade workflows
Familiarity with cloud-adjacent hybrid deployments
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
70% C#/C++ backend development
20% SQL, REST APIs, and distributed systems
10% Market data and trading infrastructure integrations
Daily Responsibilities
80% Hands On
20% Team Collaboration
The Offer
Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
This role puts you directly at the core of the firm's trading technology-your engineering decisions influence P/L in real time. If you're excited by complex technical challenges and enjoy building software where performance, reliability, and precision matter, this is an ideal role. The team is highly collaborative and engineering-driven, giving you autonomy to own systems end-to-end while gaining exposure to trading systems, quantitative engineering, and high-speed market data processing. You'll join a team that values innovation, mentorship, and continuous learning while still supporting great work-life balance.
Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of backend engineering experience in C# and/or C++
Experience developing trading infrastructure (e.g., trading engine, FIX engine, order management systems)
Strong understanding of low-latency systems and real-time data flows
Experience with SQL databases and high-performance data access
Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices, and distributed system design
Strong understanding of market data processing or order routing pipelines
Experience with authentication, middleware, and high-throughput messaging systems
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with P/L calculations, margin engines, or position reconciliation
Knowledge of WebSockets and streaming interfaces
Experience with colocation, tick-to-trade optimization, or hardware acceleration
Exposure to risk systems or post-trade workflows
Familiarity with cloud-adjacent hybrid deployments
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
70% C#/C++ backend development
20% SQL, REST APIs, and distributed systems
10% Market data and trading infrastructure integrations
Daily Responsibilities
80% Hands On
20% Team Collaboration
The Offer
Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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