Associate Engineer - 2027 Start
Chicagotradingcampus · Chicago, IL; New York, NY
About this role
**Chicago Trading Company (CTC) — Associate Engineer (2027 Start)** CTC is a proprietary trading firm specializing in options market making. We combine quantitative research, systematic trading strategies, and cutting-edge trading technology to provide critical liquidity across derivatives exchanges worldwide. --- **The Role** We’re looking for software engineers to design, code, and test sophisticated trading tools and risk applications. You’ll work on distributed real-time systems and apply strong computer science fundamentals, solid software development skills, and effective communication/collaboration. Releases are frequent and development cycles are short—so you’ll see the impact of your work quickly. You’ll also gain exposure to trading through a combined trading + technology curriculum, including a shadow on one of our trading desks. --- **What it takes for you to be successful** - Apply understanding of data structures, algorithms, and multi-threading to real-world problems - Be curious about options trading, pricing, and risk management (no prior finance experience required) - Be highly motivated, humble, and collaborative - Thrive in a team-based environment with driven people who compete and win together - Communicate ideas effectively (written and verbal) and demonstrate analytical skills --- **What We’re Looking For** - Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical field; Java, C++, or Python experience - Strong foundation in object-oriented programming (via coursework or internships) - Graduation between **December 2026 – June 2027** - Demonstrated record of success (academics, awards, etc.) - Ability to relocate to **Chicago, IL** or **New York, NY** (most roles in Chicago; limited roles in New York) --- **Why consider a career at CTC?** - Join a fast-growing, industry-leading global trading company - Work with emerging technologies (including AI) to enhance trading, engineering, and research workflows - Learn from forward-thinking leaders - Collaborative environment that rewards contributions and innovative thinking - Excellent growth potential - Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (including free breakfast/lunch, healthy snacks, and a fitness center membership) --- **Compensation (Pay Transparency)** - **Salary range:** **$200,000** (annual discretionary bonus eligibility; dependent on skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance) --- **Important Notes** - You may submit **one application per position** during the recruiting cycle (e.g., Associate Engineer vs. Quant Trading Associate). Apply to the role that best matches your skills. - The Chicago and New York job posts are the same job—**do not apply to both**. Pick one and select your location preferences in the application. --- **Diversity, Equity & Inclusion** CTC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or apply, contact **info@chicagotrading.com** (note: non-disability related emails may not receive a response). --- **Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)** Information submitted by applicants may be reviewed and analyzed by automated systems, including AI,
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