Genevatrading

Junior Software Engineer

Chicago Office · Junior

Sponsorship not specified$80k-$130kDetected 34 days ago

PythonC++LinuxData AnalysisData EngineeringResearchCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

Geneva Trading is seeking a Junior Software Engineer with a s ystems-programming pedigree to join our Chicago headquarters.
In this role, you will be an integral part of a specialized development staff that works side-by-side with Traders and Quantitative Researchers.
We aren't looking for a "back-office" developer; we need a problem solver who wants to sit at the intersection of code and the markets.

Build and tune trading applications using Modern C++, with a heavy focus on OS-level performance (e.g., CPU affinity, memory management, and kernel bypass).
Maintain a "zero-error" mindset, ensuring the absolute correctness of trading logic in a high-stakes, real-time environment.
A natural drive to deconstruct complex systems.
Systems-Level Optimization: Build and tune trading applications using Modern C++, with a heavy focus on OS-level performance (e.g., CPU affinity, memory management, and kernel bypass).
Execution Excellence: Maintain a "zero-error" mindset, ensuring the absolute correctness of trading logic in a high-stakes, real-time environment.

Ability to write clean, efficient code for data analysis and automation.
Language Proficiency: C++: Professional-level understanding of pointers, memory layout, and concurrency.
Python: Ability to write clean, efficient code for data analysis and automation.
OS Fundamentals: Deep knowledge of Linux/Unix internals.
You are the person who reads the man pages and enjoys figuring out the "why" behind a system's behavior.

Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London.
Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets.
Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence.
Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.
Junior Software Engineer (Trading Systems & OS)

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