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Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer Jobs in Portland, OR

Software Engineer - Query Language

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$126K - $158K/yr

Working in an agile environment with a DevOps approach - the team builds and maintains their own ... Firm grasp of Computer Science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and modern ...

Senior Software Engineer

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

Work on distributed systems challenges such as consensus algorithms, failover strategies, and ... engineering. * Familiarity with Kubernetes, service meshes, and cloud-native architectures.

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How much do freelance algorithmic trading software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance algorithmic trading software developer in Portland, OR is $118,612.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,400.00 and $137,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectFreelance Algorithmic Trading Software DeveloperQuantitative Analyst
CredentialsProgramming skills, trading platform knowledge, possibly certifications like CQFMathematics, statistics, finance degrees, certifications like CFA
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote, project-basedOffice-based, team-oriented, financial institutions
Industry UsageDevelops trading algorithms for clients or own tradingAnalyzes financial data to inform trading strategies

While both roles involve quantitative skills and financial markets, Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developers focus on building and implementing trading algorithms independently, often working remotely. Quantitative Analysts typically analyze data within financial firms to develop trading strategies, often working in team environments. The roles overlap in technical skills but differ in scope and work setting.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer job openings in Portland, OR as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,612 per year, or $57 per hour.

IT Software Production Engineer II

Siltronic / perfect silicon solutions

Portland, OR โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

New


Job description

Siltronic is one of the worldโ€™s leading manufacturers of highly specialized hyper pure silicon wafers. Being an international market player, we serve the semiconductor industry worldwide and partner with many leading chip manufacturers. Our global production network in Asia, Europe, and the USA includes todayโ€™s most advanced plants for 200mm and 300mm wafers. We provide a competitive benefits package includingย medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, educational assistance, and a quarterly success sharing bonus program.ย 

Seeking an IT Production Software Engineer II

The IT Production Software Engineer II plays a key role in supporting reliable, efficient, and safe Fab operations by partnering with manufacturing teams, software vendors, and global support resources to deliver effective IT solutions. This position evaluates business needs, recommends technology and process improvements, determines software readiness for deployment, and makes timely decisions to restore critical system functionality. Through expertise in Fab systems, programming, and application support, the role drives continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence while serving as a bridge between technical systems and manufacturing processes.

Job Duties

  • Troubleshoot and resolve errors or problems with IT productsย 
  • Provide articulate communication of technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Assist in design, construction, test and implementation of computer systemsย 
  • Leading small and medium sized projects from an IT perspective
  • Contribute to large sized projects from an IT perspective
  • Active participant in change management processย 
  • Manage delegated tasks within project timelinesย 
  • Report on progress against project timelines and escalate when appropriate
  • Provide accurate estimations of work packages against project timelines and escalate when appropriate
  • Engage in code reviews, task grooming, pair programming and cross-functional collaboration
  • Contribute to cross-functional continuous improvement teams
  • Improve documentation of logical data, process models systems, and how to resolve errors
  • Ensure data integrity in all process designs
  • Develop knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and databases within our infrastructure
  • Contribute to process improvement
  • Support minimizing legacy application dependency
  • Improve and centralize reporting data
  • Improve training for and train users on simple systems
  • Participate in setting standards
  • Monitor system/application performance factors

Position Requirements:

Bachelorโ€™s degree required; experience in Manufacturing IT is preferred. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in business IT, manufacturing IT, IT project management, or a related technical environment. The ideal candidate possesses working knowledge of software development and system support tools such as SQL, Linux, GitLab, Jira, Visual Studio, ServiceNow, SAP, Oracle databases, and Excel, along with familiarity with manufacturing systems and technologies including MES and Operator Interface Technology. This role requires an understanding of database design, operating systems, software development lifecycle methodologies, project management principles, and Statistical Process Control (SPC), as well as the ability to apply technical and business concepts to design, implement, and support effective manufacturing IT solutions.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following tasks:

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk
  • Ability to use office equipment, phones, laptop effectively for various amounts of time throughout the day

Benefits and Compensation:

  • 120 hours vacation
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 60 hours of sick time
  • Medical / Dental / Vision
  • Health Savings Account Option
  • Long Term Disability
  • Parental Leave
  • Paid Leave Oregon
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Educational Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Financial Wellness Assistance
  • Legal Insurance
  • Quarterly Success Share Bonus
  • Referral Program
  • Retirement Plan Options, up to 5% Match
  • Sponsored Wellness Programs & Challenges
  • Subsidize Public Transportation Pass

**Relocation assistance is not offered