New hires work closely with experienced software engineers, traders, and quants developing trading software in C++ and Python on Linux. Application development includes implementing trading ...
New hires work closely with experienced software engineers, traders, and quants developing trading software in C++ and Python on Linux. Application development includes implementing trading ...
Principal Software Engineer (Trading Platform, Java/C++)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$139K - $186K/yr
In the role of Principal Software Engineer, you will design and optimize core trading infrastructure, ensuring high performance and scalability to support rapid growth in the retail futures trading ...
Principal Software Engineer (Trading Platform, Java/C++)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$139K - $186K/yr
In the role of Principal Software Engineer, you will design and optimize core trading infrastructure, ensuring high performance and scalability to support rapid growth in the retail futures trading ...
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
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Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Senior C++ Engineer - Quantitative Trading
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Senior C++ Engineer - Quantitative Trading
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Trading Specialist
Bozeman, MT · On-site +1
$63K - $78K/yr
Experience using Orion and Eclipse trading software * Experience working with Charles Schwab as a Custodian * Progress toward the CFA designation or interest in pursuing advanced investment ...
Trading Specialist
Bozeman, MT · On-site +1
$63K - $78K/yr
Experience using Orion and Eclipse trading software * Experience working with Charles Schwab as a Custodian * Progress toward the CFA designation or interest in pursuing advanced investment ...
... trading software and build and improve trading strategies. Our Senior Traders benefit from the resources and scale that our group can provide with its strong team and robust capital base to grow your ...
... trading software and build and improve trading strategies. Our Senior Traders benefit from the resources and scale that our group can provide with its strong team and robust capital base to grow your ...
Senior C++ Engineer - Quantitative Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Senior C++ Engineer - Quantitative Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Senior Software Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Description Our Software development team designs and builds low-latency systems that allow us to trade a diverse set of instruments across a wide range of financial marketplaces. This smaller ...
Senior Software Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Description Our Software development team designs and builds low-latency systems that allow us to trade a diverse set of instruments across a wide range of financial marketplaces. This smaller ...
Software Quality Assurance Analyst
Chicago, IL · On-site
$70K - $100K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Software Quality Assurance Analyst
Chicago, IL · On-site
$70K - $100K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Software Engineer Manager - Position Management
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Software Engineer Manager - Position Management
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
About the Role As a Senior Technical Program Manager - Trading & Core Software, you will drive programs that expand Optiver's trading footprint and evolve the core systems that underpin our global ...
About the Role As a Senior Technical Program Manager - Trading & Core Software, you will drive programs that expand Optiver's trading footprint and evolve the core systems that underpin our global ...
About the Role As a Senior Technical Program Manager - Trading & Core Software, you will drive programs that expand Optiver's trading footprint and evolve the core systems that underpin our global ...
About the Role As a Senior Technical Program Manager - Trading & Core Software, you will drive programs that expand Optiver's trading footprint and evolve the core systems that underpin our global ...
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
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Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Software Engineer Manager - Position Management
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Software Engineer Manager - Position Management
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $250K/yr
Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. This wouldn't be possible without the dedicated efforts of our ...
Portfolio Implementation and Trading Associate
New York, NY · On-site
$120K - $130K/yr
Advisors who partner with Savvy tap into AI-powered software, automated sales and marketing, and ... As an Portfolio Implementation and Trading Associate, you will play a critical role in enhancing ...
Portfolio Implementation and Trading Associate
New York, NY · On-site
$120K - $130K/yr
Advisors who partner with Savvy tap into AI-powered software, automated sales and marketing, and ... As an Portfolio Implementation and Trading Associate, you will play a critical role in enhancing ...
C++ Software Developer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$50.50 - $68/hr
C++ Software Developer, Chicago, IL - The C++ Software Developer will work collaboratively with the technology and business teams on our trading and research platforms. - Design and implement high ...
C++ Software Developer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$50.50 - $68/hr
C++ Software Developer, Chicago, IL - The C++ Software Developer will work collaboratively with the technology and business teams on our trading and research platforms. - Design and implement high ...
Senior Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Passion for math and software applied to markets and trading * Expert understanding of computing, math, probability, statistics, and finance * Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to ...
Senior Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Passion for math and software applied to markets and trading * Expert understanding of computing, math, probability, statistics, and finance * Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to ...
Deskside Support Project Manager
New York, NY · On-site
A solid understanding of trading software and hardware-based technologies (Bloomberg, Turret, Speaker bus, trading software, Windows 10, and Linux desktop workstations). * Highly knowledgeable in MS ...
Deskside Support Project Manager
New York, NY · On-site
A solid understanding of trading software and hardware-based technologies (Bloomberg, Turret, Speaker bus, trading software, Windows 10, and Linux desktop workstations). * Highly knowledgeable in MS ...
Senior Software Engineer
$126K - $166K/yr
Description Our Software development team designs and builds low-latency systems that allow us to ... Leverage libraries you've worked on to facilitate backtesting and post-trade analysis of our ...
Senior Software Engineer
$126K - $166K/yr
Description Our Software development team designs and builds low-latency systems that allow us to ... Leverage libraries you've worked on to facilitate backtesting and post-trade analysis of our ...
Senior Software Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Description Our Software development team designs and builds low-latency systems that allow us to ... Leverage libraries you've worked on to facilitate backtesting and post-trade analysis of our ...
Senior Software Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$126K - $166K/yr
Description Our Software development team designs and builds low-latency systems that allow us to ... Leverage libraries you've worked on to facilitate backtesting and post-trade analysis of our ...
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$48K - $58.7K
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$58.7K - $69.5K
4% of jobs
$69.5K - $80.2K
9% of jobs
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$80.2K - $90.9K
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The median wage is $108.7K / yr.
$101.6K - $112.4K
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15% of jobs
$127.3K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$123.1K - $133.8K
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$133.8K - $144.5K
9% of jobs
$144.5K - $155.3K
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What is the difference between Trading Software vs Trading Analyst?
| Aspect | Trading Software | Trading Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | None or basic IT/software knowledge | Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field |
| Work Environment | Software development, testing, and implementation | Market analysis, reporting, and strategy development |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Financial firms, trading platforms, fintech companies | Investment 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.

$300K/yr
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Posted 25 days ago
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About the Role
Five Rings gives responsibility immediately and recognizes contributors rapidly. New hires work closely with experienced software engineers, traders, and quants developing trading software in C++ and Python on Linux.
Application development includes implementing trading strategies, connecting to exchanges, designing trader-facing interfaces, performance engineering and translating mathematical models into software code - all within a distributed system that spans the globe. If you can write great software as part of a team, and are comfortable both learning from and becoming a mentor, you're likely to thrive here.
Annual Base Salary: $300,000. Total compensation packages are comprised of base salary and a discretionary bonus.