Senior C++ Software Engineer

Belvedere Trading, a leading proprietary trading firm headquartered in Chicago, is seeking a Senior C++ Software Engineer to join their technology team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-performance automated trading systems, collaborating with Quants, Traders, Analysts, and Engineers to tackle challenges in programming, technology, mathematics, and finance.

As a Senior C++ Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing and optimizing scalable, extensible trading applications that can be leveraged across various asset classes. You'll work closely with traders to deliver highly available software systems, improve development processes, and reduce operational risk. Your responsibilities will include maintaining and troubleshooting critical trading applications, delivering quality systems through automated testing and peer code reviews, and applying your industry knowledge and technical skills in innovative ways.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with C++ programming and Python scripting, a strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms, and experience in high-performance, multi-threaded, network programming. You should be able to take full ownership of projects from design to deployment and possess strong communication skills. An entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to coach junior engineers are also valued.

Belvedere Trading offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, guided by their core values: Team Belvedere, Me In Team, Own It, Iterative Innovation, and Passionate Discourse. The company is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering diversity in the workplace. This hybrid role is based in Chicago and offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in the exciting world of proprietary trading.

If you're passionate about high-performance software development and want to contribute to the future of the trading industry, this role at Belvedere Trading could be the perfect fit for you. Join a team driven by intellectual curiosity and help shape the landscape of automated trading systems.