We have been retained by a well-established global trading firm in Chicago that generates $2.5B yearly in gross revenue & is looking for a Software Engineer to join it's research team. On-site obligation is 2-3 days a week and relo packages are included.
Client is willing to wait 12-18 months for a non-compete.
Role:
To assist in the implementation of quantitative strategies.
To build and implement data pipelines.
To develop trading infrastructure in C++ & Python.
To support the quant team with tooling and simulation.
Essentially, its a generalist software role, acting as the go between three different teams (Quant, Data and Infra).
Essential skills:
BS in CompSci/ Maths or similarly related field.
Experience working closely with a quant team (or on it) & simulation.
Familiar with Python and/or C++
Experience working at a trading firm (recently hired from Akuna, Wolverine and CitSec).
Familiar with pipelines.
Beneficial skills:
Previous experience in greenfield development/ building out something from scratch (startup/ new product 0-1).
MSCS or similarly related field.
Familiar with presenting to stakeholders.
Leadership experience.
Compensation:
Our client is looking at $525,000-875,000 total compensation. This is broken into a base with a guaranteed bonus Y1. Potential sign on in addition is $50,000-120,000.
If you are interested please apply & someone from Goliath Partners will be reaching out to you.
