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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 ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for trading software developer in the United States is $111,845.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectTrading Software DeveloperQuantitative Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; programming skillsBachelor's or Master's in Mathematics, Statistics, or Finance; strong analytical skills
Work EnvironmentDevelops trading platforms, algorithms, and tools in tech-focused teamsAnalyzes data, models market behavior, and develops trading strategies
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial firms, hedge funds, trading firmsInvestment banks, hedge funds, asset management firms

Trading Software Developers focus on creating and maintaining trading platforms and algorithms, while Quantitative Analysts analyze data and develop trading models. Both roles require strong technical skills and are vital in financial technology environments, but they differ in their core responsibilities and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Trading Software Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,845 per year, or $53.8 per hour.

Senior C++ Trading Software Developer

Chicago, IL • On-site

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Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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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

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