... algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research. - Explore and work with industry leading hardware and software. - Work alongside industry experts in the fields of technology and finance ...
... algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research. - Explore and work with industry leading hardware and software. - Work alongside industry experts in the fields of technology and finance ...
Junior Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
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Junior Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
Software Developer (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
Software Developer (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
Software Developer (Chicago)
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
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Software Developer (Chicago)
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
Energy Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk ... Work closely with strategy developers in order to communicate and propose certain strategy specific ...
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Energy Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk ... Work closely with strategy developers in order to communicate and propose certain strategy specific ...
Energy Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk ... Work closely with strategy developers in order to communicate and propose certain strategy specific ...
Energy Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk ... Work closely with strategy developers in order to communicate and propose certain strategy specific ...
Senior Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Description Our Algorithmic Traders use their expert understanding of the financial markets and ... Minimum five (5) years of work experience in the trading industry * Programming proficiency and ...
Senior Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Description Our Algorithmic Traders use their expert understanding of the financial markets and ... Minimum five (5) years of work experience in the trading industry * Programming proficiency and ...
Senior Network Engineer - Low Latency Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$107K - $146K/yr
... of a premiere algorithmic trading firm operating in global financial markets. This position ... This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive ...
Senior Network Engineer - Low Latency Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$107K - $146K/yr
... of a premiere algorithmic trading firm operating in global financial markets. This position ... This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive ...
Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk ... Work closely with strategy developers in order to communicate and propose certain strategy specific ...
Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk ... Work closely with strategy developers in order to communicate and propose certain strategy specific ...
Junior Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
$69K - $89K/yr
As a Junior Algorithmic Trader, you will have the opportunity to experience relative value ... trading systems * Learn and master object-oriented programming languages (C++ and Python) * Build ...
Junior Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
$69K - $89K/yr
As a Junior Algorithmic Trader, you will have the opportunity to experience relative value ... trading systems * Learn and master object-oriented programming languages (C++ and Python) * Build ...
Description As an Algorithmic Trader Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and experience ... Build and maintain trading quantitative model tools and analytics * Learn and master programming ...
Description As an Algorithmic Trader Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and experience ... Build and maintain trading quantitative model tools and analytics * Learn and master programming ...
Junior Algorithmic Trader
$69K - $89K/yr
As a Junior Algorithmic Trader, you will have the opportunity to experience relative value ... trading systems * Learn and master object-oriented programming languages (C++ and Python) * Build ...
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Junior Algorithmic Trader
$69K - $89K/yr
As a Junior Algorithmic Trader, you will have the opportunity to experience relative value ... trading systems * Learn and master object-oriented programming languages (C++ and Python) * Build ...
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Software Developer
Chicago, IL · On-site
Designing and implementing high-quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Programming skills and understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data ...
Software Developer
Chicago, IL · On-site
Designing and implementing high-quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Programming skills and understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data ...
Designing and implementing high-quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Programming skills and understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data ...
Designing and implementing high-quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Programming skills and understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data ...
Senior Software Developer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$56.25 - $74.25/hr
Designing and implementing high quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Solid programming skills and strong understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP, data ...
Senior Software Developer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$56.25 - $74.25/hr
Designing and implementing high quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Solid programming skills and strong understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP, data ...
Senior Software Developer
$56.25 - $74.25/hr
Designing and implementing high quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Solid programming skills and strong understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP, data ...
Senior Software Developer
$56.25 - $74.25/hr
Designing and implementing high quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange ... Solid programming skills and strong understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP, data ...
Algorithmic Trader Intern
$15.50 - $20.50/hr
Description As an Algorithmic Trader Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and experience ... Build and maintain trading quantitative model tools and analytics * Learn and master programming ...
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Algorithmic Trader Intern
$15.50 - $20.50/hr
Description As an Algorithmic Trader Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn and experience ... Build and maintain trading quantitative model tools and analytics * Learn and master programming ...
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Gain exposure to multiple sports, quantitative disciplines, and production engineering. * Other ... Exposure to object-oriented development, real-time systems, or algorithmic trading models.
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Gain exposure to multiple sports, quantitative disciplines, and production engineering. * Other ... Exposure to object-oriented development, real-time systems, or algorithmic trading models.
Manage worldwide Linux-based trading infrastructure by contributing to the planning and execution ... Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading. At HRT we ...
Manage worldwide Linux-based trading infrastructure by contributing to the planning and execution ... Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading. At HRT we ...
Gain exposure to multiple sports, quantitative disciplines, and production engineering. * Other ... Exposure to object-oriented development, real-time systems, or algorithmic trading models.
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Gain exposure to multiple sports, quantitative disciplines, and production engineering. * Other ... Exposure to object-oriented development, real-time systems, or algorithmic trading models.
Home Based Algorithmic Trading Programmer information
See Chicago, IL salary details
$12.38 - $17.69
4% of jobs
$17.69 - $23.01
9% of jobs
$26.83 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$23.01 - $28.32
17% of jobs
$28.32 - $33.63
13% of jobs
The median wage is $36.73 / hr.
$33.63 - $38.95
13% of jobs
$38.95 - $44.26
10% of jobs
$44.26 - $49.57
9% of jobs
$50.57 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$49.57 - $54.88
9% of jobs
$54.88 - $60.20
7% of jobs
$60.20 - $65.51
6% of jobs
$65.51 - $70.82
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$40
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How much do home based algorithmic trading programmer jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based algorithmic trading programmer in Chicago, IL is $40.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.49 and $52.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Job description
Senior C++ Trading Software Developer, Chicago, IL
- The Senior C++ Trading Software Developer will work collaboratively with technology and business teams on trading and research platforms.
- Design and implement high quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research.
- Explore and work with industry leading hardware and software.
- Work alongside industry experts in the fields of technology and finance.
- Lead/mentor junior team members.
- Take ownership of and leading projects from start to finish including design, roll out, and testing.
- Work on challenging and dynamic problems in a team atmosphere.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in C++ Software Development.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field.
- Problem solvers who are driven, self-motivated, and "outside of the box" thinkers.
- Motivated, dependable, and responsible team players.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Must be willing to take ownership and lead others.
- Solid programming skills and strong understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data structures.
- Financial Services or Trading industry experience is a plus.
*Looking for candidates from top tier universities with a strong GPA. PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics or engineering is preferred. Will consider candidates who have a Master's degree along with work experience. Top universities include Massachusetts Institute of Technology/MIT, Carnegie Mellon University, Princeton University, Harvard University, University of California-Berkeley, Stanford University, University of Chicago, California Institute of Technology, University of California, Los Angeles, Columbia University, New York University, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Yale University, Cornell University, Brown University, etc.
Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plan, PTO, etc. Salary: 80K+ DOE. Keywords: Chicago IL Jobs, Senior C++ Trading Software Developer, C++, Algorithmic Trading, Exchange Connectivity, Financial industry, Trading Industry, Software Engineer, Architect, Programming, Programmer Analyst, Chicago Recruiters, Information Technology Jobs, IT Jobs, Chicago Recruiting
Company Will Sponsor Visas! Company Will Relocate Candidates!
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- The Senior C++ Trading Software Developer will work collaboratively with technology and business teams on trading and research platforms.
- Design and implement high quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research.
- Explore and work with industry leading hardware and software.
- Work alongside industry experts in the fields of technology and finance.
- Lead/mentor junior team members.
- Take ownership of and leading projects from start to finish including design, roll out, and testing.
- Work on challenging and dynamic problems in a team atmosphere.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in C++ Software Development.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field.
- Problem solvers who are driven, self-motivated, and "outside of the box" thinkers.
- Motivated, dependable, and responsible team players.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Must be willing to take ownership and lead others.
- Solid programming skills and strong understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data structures.
- Financial Services or Trading industry experience is a plus.
*Looking for candidates from top tier universities with a strong GPA. PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics or engineering is preferred. Will consider candidates who have a Master's degree along with work experience. Top universities include Massachusetts Institute of Technology/MIT, Carnegie Mellon University, Princeton University, Harvard University, University of California-Berkeley, Stanford University, University of Chicago, California Institute of Technology, University of California, Los Angeles, Columbia University, New York University, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Yale University, Cornell University, Brown University, etc.
Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plan, PTO, etc. Salary: 80K+ DOE. Keywords: Chicago IL Jobs, Senior C++ Trading Software Developer, C++, Algorithmic Trading, Exchange Connectivity, Financial industry, Trading Industry, Software Engineer, Architect, Programming, Programmer Analyst, Chicago Recruiters, Information Technology Jobs, IT Jobs, Chicago Recruiting
Company Will Sponsor Visas! Company Will Relocate Candidates!
Looking to hire for similar positions in Chicago, IL or in other cities? Our IT recruiting agencies and staffing companies can help.
We help companies that are looking to hire Senior C++ Trading Software Developers for jobs in Chicago, Illinois and in other cities too. Please contact our IT recruiting agencies and IT staffing companies today! Phone 630-428-0600 ext 11 or email us at jobs@nextstepsystems.com. Click here to submit your resume for this job and others.
Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, Silicon Valley, St Louis, Tampa, Washington DC
About Next Step Systems
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Industry
It services
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Naperville, IL, US
Year founded
1995