About the role
<p>IMC is seeking a highly skilled C++ Software Engineer to join our Chicago team. As a Software Engineer, you will design and develop software solutions tailored to the hardware-specific needs of our global trading system with a focus on optimizing performance. Our dynamic, fast-paced tech environment enables collaboration and rapid feedback loops across global teams.&nbsp;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.</p> <p><strong>Your Core Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Design and build low latency, high-performance trading systems</li> <li>Optimize production code and other system components to achieve low-latency and high-throughput capabilities&nbsp;</li> <li>Write highly performant software solutions to control and interface with hardware components&nbsp;such as ASICs and FPGAS</li> <li>Work closely with hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement effective solutions</li> <li>Ensure a seamless integration of new applications and enhancements to the existing trading infrastructure&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Your Skills and Experience:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field of study</li> <li>2+ years of professional experience using modern C++ in a low-latency environment&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience with software development for hardware platforms&nbsp;</li> <li>Knowledge of trading systems and financial markets is a strong plus&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent problem-solving and communication skills&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(221, 234, 255);">#LI-DNP</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>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.&nbsp;Please visit <a href="https://www.imc.com/us/careers/benefits">Benefits - US | IMC Trading</a> for more comprehensive information.</p></div><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$175,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$225,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><str