
About Chicago Trading Co
Where trading meets technology and integrity
Key Highlights
- Founded in 1995, with over 200 employees
- Specializes in quantitative trading and market-making
- Headquartered in Chicago, formerly a trading floor
- Manages billions in assets across multiple asset classes
Chicago Trading Co, founded in 1995, is a proprietary trading firm specializing in quantitative trading strategies and market-making. Headquartered in Chicago, the firm leverages advanced technology and data analytics to execute trades across various asset classes, including equities and derivatives...
🎁 Benefits
Employees enjoy competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous PTO policy. The firm also offers equity...
🌟 Culture
Chicago Trading Co fosters a culture of integrity and entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging collaboration among traders, quants, and technologists. The ...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Chicago Trading Co is hiring a Full Stack Software Engineer to drive the design and development of risk management applications. You'll collaborate with traders and quants, utilizing technologies like Java and JavaScript. This role requires a strong background in full stack development.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a solid background in full stack software engineering, with experience in both front-end and back-end technologies. You thrive on tackling complex challenges and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, including traders and quantitative analysts. Your expertise in Java and JavaScript allows you to build scalable, high-performance applications that meet business needs. You understand the importance of delivering high-quality software and are committed to continuous improvement through code reviews and collaborative design sessions. You are passionate about risk management and are eager to contribute to innovative solutions that have a significant impact on the trading industry.
Desirable
Experience with cloud technologies and modern development practices is a plus. Familiarity with trading systems or financial applications will help you excel in this role. You are a proactive communicator who enjoys sharing knowledge and mentoring others in the team.
What you'll do
As a Full Stack Software Engineer at Chicago Trading Co, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and supporting next-generation risk management applications. You will work closely with traders and quants to translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring that the software you build is both scalable and efficient. Your role will involve architecting and deploying full stack applications that integrate seamlessly with existing services. You will participate in collaborative design and code reviews, sharing your expertise and learning from others. Your contributions will help shape the future of risk management at CTC, and you will have the opportunity to tackle some of the industry's most challenging problems.
What we offer
At Chicago Trading Co, we foster a fun and trusting culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. You will be part of a team that values ethical excellence and strives to make a positive impact on the markets and communities we serve. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to be the most innovative firm in the trading industry, where your work will have far-reaching effects across the organization.
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