Software Engineer, Early Career (C++)

Location: Chicago, United States

Base salary: $200,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a research-driven trading firm that develops proprietary systems and algorithms using quantitative modeling, machine learning, and engineering.

What you will do

• Build and maintain the trading platform and software stack.
• Improve trading strategies and technology infrastructure.
• Develop innovative technologies and solve complex programming problems.
• Collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and engineers locally and globally.
• Develop expertise across the full software development lifecycle.
• Learn and apply new technologies and programming languages.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of full-time professional experience after graduation.
• BA/BSc/MA/MSc in engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures.
• Proficiency in a programming language; Java or C++ preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and an interest in solving complex problems programmatically.
• Interest in financial markets; previous market knowledge is not required.

Culture & Benefits

• Innovative, pragmatic, and collaborative software development environment.
• Work with colleagues across engineering, trading, and quantitative research.
• Full-time permanent positions include paid leave and insurance.
• Eligible for a discretionary bonus.