C++ Engineer at Harnham in Chicago, Illinois

Posted in Other 1 day ago.

Type: full-time





Job Description:

C++ Engineer

Chicago, IL (Hybrid or Onsite)

High-Frequency Trading / Financial Technology

$200,000 + Bonus ++

About the Role

Are you passionate about building ultra-fast, high-performance systems? Join a leading trading firm in Chicago where you'll work at the cutting edge of technology and finance. We're looking for a Low-Level C++ Engineer to develop and optimize trading systems that process millions of transactions per second. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in C++ and low-latency programming to one of the most dynamic and rewarding industries in the world.

Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and optimize low-latency trading systems using C++.
  • Build and maintain systems that interact directly with financial exchanges, handling real-time market data and trade execution.
  • Implement high-performance algorithms with a focus on minimizing latency and maximizing throughput.
  • Debug and profile applications to identify bottlenecks and optimize performance.
  • Collaborate with traders, quants, and other engineers to implement innovative trading strategies.
  • Work closely with hardware teams to integrate custom solutions, including FPGAs and advanced networking hardware.

Requirements
  • Professional experience with C++ (preferably C++11 or newer).
  • Strong knowledge of system-level programming, including memory management, multithreading, and performance tuning.
  • Experience with low-latency systems, high-frequency trading, or other performance-critical applications.
  • Familiarity with Linux systems programming (e.g., sockets, kernel-level optimization).
  • Proficiency in debugging and profiling tools such as GDB, Valgrind, or perf.
  • Solid understanding of computer architecture, networking, and concurrency.
  • Experience working with financial protocols like FIX or ITCH (preferred).

Benefits:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
  • 401K Match
  • Paid PTO
  • Breakfast and Lunch provided

How to Apply:

If you are intertested in this role, please apply to this role via the link or reach out to Luc Simpson-Kent.
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