C Software Engineer Trading applications
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Job Description

Are you looking to join a company at the forefront of innovation and transformation? Look no further than Talan!

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our team in 2025 and work on Derivatives IT projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in C++ low latency development to expand our client's highly successful, fully automated trading franchise across asset classes. This is a hands-on position for the full development cycle, from requirements collection to final deployment and includes ongoing support for internal users.

This is a unique opportunity for a Software Developer to become a key contributor and work alongside highly talented team of software engineers, quantitative strategists, and traders on cutting-edge technology and sophisticated quantitative strategies.

Role and responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement cutting edge market connectivity system
• Sitting alongside algo developers and traders to communicate varying needs
• Ensure order management is consistent with best execution practices
• Continuously work with colleagues and business leaders to advance each other's skills

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a dynamic group of professionals who are dedicated to excellence. You will have the chance to contribute to the development of our Finance engineering team and grow your career in a stimulating environment.

Qualifications: Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Advanced degree in Mathematics or Computer Science (MSc/PhD)
• 3+ years of experience working in the capital market industry and knowledge of market microstructure

Required Skills

• Current experience with C/C++, including familiarity with C++20 and templates
• Low latency coding, performance tuning, and debugging
• FIX & Binary Connectivity Protocols
• Proficiency in network protocols such as TCP & multicast
• FPGA experience a plus in terms of low-level understanding of how sockets work.
• Experience with Market Data feed handlers, Client and Market Connectivity products
• Knowledge of investment management operations and trading execution solutions
• Experience developing on Linux
• Python scripting experience (or equivalent)
• Strong communication skills are a must

The salary range for this role is US$90,000 - US$130,000

Company's Benefits

At Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• 15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
• 8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
• ❤️‍Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
• Voluntary STD and LTD
• Commuter/transit benefits

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Additional Information

C++, LINUX, FIX, multi-threading, Chicago, french, network, finance, low latency