Software Engineer (C++ Fintech)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (C++): Building and optimizing a world-class trading platform with an accent on low-latency systems and core infrastructure. Focus on solving complex technical problems involving CPU architecture, operating systems, and high-performance networking.

Location: Chicago, New York, or Austin

Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global quantitative trading firm that applies cutting-edge research in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to global financial markets.

What you will do

• Design, build, and test the infrastructure, tools, and systems that drive the business.
• Collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and technologists to solve complex technical problems.
• Optimize the core trading engine and develop custom hardware to improve performance.
• Address challenges ranging from CPU architecture and operating systems to networking.

Requirements

• At least 4+ years of modern C++ development experience in a Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of computer systems, including operating systems, networks, and performance optimization.
• Experience in Object-Oriented design and multi-threaded programming.
• Experience creating and supporting cross-platform multi-threaded applications.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Nice to have

• Experience in developing low-latency systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses.
• Employer-paid group term life and AD&D insurance, plus wellness programs.