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Wellington Management

Software Engineer

Boston, MA

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Software Engineer, Trading Technology TEAM: Investment Implementation & Trading Technology LOCATION: Boston or Needham, MA ..... At Wellington Management, technology underpins how we invest and ...

Wellington Management

Software Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Software Engineer, Trading Technology TEAM: Investment Implementation & Trading Technology LOCATION: Boston or Needham, MA ..... At Wellington Management, technology underpins how we invest and ...

Wellington Management Company, LLP

Software Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

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Software Engineer, Trading Technology TEAM: Investment Implementation & Trading Technology LOCATION: Boston or Needham, MA ..... At Wellington Management, technology underpins how we invest and ...

Wellington Management Company

Software Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Software Engineer, Trading Technology TEAM: Investment Implementation & Trading Technology LOCATION: Boston or Needham, MA At Wellington Management, technology underpins how we invest and operate in ...

PanAgora

Software Developer

Boston, MA · On-site

Summary The Software Developer will sit directly within the Portfolio Construction and Trading group and serve as a hands-on technical partner to our PMs and traders. The developer will primarily ...

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HPR

Senior Software Engineer

Needham, MA · On-site

$133K - $175K/yr

HPR (Hyannis Port Research) is the leading provider of high-performance and ultra-low latency electronic trading and capital markets infrastructure solutions. They are seeking a Senior Software ...

Wellington Management

Senior Software Engineer

Boston, MA

$133K - $175K/yr

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  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About the Role Senior Software Engineer - Enterprise Limits & Restrictions (ELR) We are expanding ... Beyond compliance controls, the team is responsible for key elements of Wellington's trading ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trading software developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trading Software Developer, you need a solid background in computer science, strong programming skills (especially in languages like C++, Python, or Java), and experience with financial systems. Familiarity with trading platforms, low-latency systems, and relevant certifications such as CFA or FRM can be valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure the creation of reliable, high-performance trading applications that meet the fast-paced demands of financial markets.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working with trading software, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working with trading software often encounter challenges such as maintaining low latency, ensuring system reliability during high market volatility, and integrating new technologies with legacy systems. Addressing these challenges typically involves rigorous testing, close collaboration with other developers and traders, and staying updated with the latest advancements in financial technology. Proactive monitoring, regular code reviews, and participating in cross-functional meetings can also help identify and resolve issues early, leading to more robust and efficient trading platforms.

What is trading software?

Trading software is a type of computer program or application used by traders and investors to buy and sell financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, currencies, or derivatives. It provides tools for market analysis, order execution, portfolio management, and risk assessment. Trading software may offer real-time data, charting capabilities, algorithmic trading features, and integration with brokerage accounts. Both individual traders and large financial institutions use trading software to streamline trading operations and make informed decisions. The choice of trading software depends on trading style, asset class, and user expertise.

What is the difference between Trading Software vs Trading Analyst?

AspectTrading SoftwareTrading Analyst
Required CredentialsNone or basic IT/software knowledgeBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field
Work EnvironmentSoftware development, testing, and implementationMarket analysis, reporting, and strategy development
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial firms, trading platforms, fintech companiesInvestment banks, hedge funds, asset management firms

Trading Software focuses on developing, maintaining, and optimizing trading platforms, requiring technical skills. Trading Analysts analyze market data and develop trading strategies, requiring financial expertise. Both roles are essential in the trading industry but serve different functions.

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Infographic showing various Trading Software job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Senior Software Engineer Trading Systems

Arrowstreet Capital LP

Boston, MA • On-site

$135K - $325K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Engineer to join our Trading Systems team within the Front Office Systems group. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who can design, build, and support critical applications used by traders, portfolio managers, and investment teams.
The role builds on the core Trading Systems responsibilities of developing applications, backend services, APIs, cloud-based solutions, and integrations that support front-office trading and investment workflows. The successful candidate will be expected to operate with limited day-to-day supervision, apply sound technical judgment, influence technology decisions, mentor junior colleagues, and independently drive projects to completion.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, and support Trading Systems services, APIs, and workflow applications.
  • Build and maintain backend services using Python and C#.
  • Contribute to modern web applications using React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
  • Develop and support cloud-based solutions using AWS services such as EKS, Lambda, EC2, S3, and RDS.
  • Partner with traders, portfolio managers, operations teams, and business stakeholders to translate workflow needs into technical solutions.
  • Support integrations with internal systems, OMS/EMS platforms, market data providers, trading platforms, and operational tools.
  • Improve workflows related to order lifecycle management, trading, execution, allocations, and post-trade processes.
  • Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement durable fixes.
  • Contribute to technical design decisions, architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, release processes, and engineering best practices.
  • Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, performance, scalability, automation, and developer productivity.
  • Explore and apply Generative AI / LLM-based capabilities where they can improve workflows, automation, or user experience.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the team.

Requirements
  • Strong professional software engineering experience, preferably in financial services, fintech, asset management, or another business-critical technology environment.
  • Experience with object-oriented programming, preferably in Python or .NET.
  • Experience building backend services, APIs, application integrations, or data-driven systems.
  • Familiarity with AWS cloud services, including EKS, Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS, or similar services.
  • Experience with modern web development, preferably React and JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including APIs, data structures, version control, automated testing, debugging, and secure development practices.
  • Experience with relational databases and SQL.
  • Ability to independently deliver high-quality technical work with limited day-to-day supervision.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Prior experience supporting front-office, trading, market data, or investment operations systems.
  • Experience with OMS and/or EMS platforms as well as understanding of trading workflows, order routing, execution, allocations, and post-trade processes. are preferred
  • Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices, event-driven architectures, messaging systems, or system integrations as well as CI/CD, containerization, Kubernetes, DevOps practices, and production observability tools is preferred.
  • Knowledge of financial instruments such as equities, ETFs, derivatives, FX, or fixed income is an asset.
  • Experience with Generative AI, LLMs, AI-assisted application features, prompt-driven workflows, or agentic AI frameworks is welcome.

The base salary range for this position is $135,000 - $325,000 per year.
Arrowstreet Capital operates a robust talent acquisition program, and we also seek to compensate and reward our employees competitively within our industry and in line with our merit-based culture. Our approach to total compensation includes base salaries and annual discretionary bonuses, as well as a robust benefits package. The determination of a successful candidate's base salary placement within the listed range will vary based on the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications (which may also include relevant certifications, credentials and other education), the job responsibilities and scope, the commensurate resulting level of the position and other relevant factors. The listed range is also an estimate, and additional information regarding base salary and other elements of total compensation offered by Arrowstreet Capital to successful applicants will be communicated during the recruitment process.
Arrowstreet Capital is a Boston-based systematic investment firm that manages global equity portfolios for institutional investors around the world.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, veteran or military status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Arrowstreet Capital is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability, contact us to discuss the nature of your request and contact information.

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