Software Engineer - Low Touch Desk
Clear Street
3 months ago
Chicago, IL, USA
Staff+
H1B Sponsor
Base Salary
$200k - $275k/yr
Responsibilities
- Enhance and develop existing core system components and support tools.
- Design, develop, test, and deploy system enhancements.
- Build highly available, horizontally scalable, mission-critical applications.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define and deliver new features.
- Develop a deep understanding of the business domain.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in developing high-performance algorithmic financial applications.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Math, or a related STEM field.
- Adaptability to a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
- Ability to effectively communicate technical information.
- Strong programming skills in Java and Python in a Linux environment.
- Strong understanding of financial markets.
- Experience using FIX and binary protocols for communication.
- Experience with low latency, multi-threaded programming and distributed application architecture.
- Strong understanding of computer systems, including operating systems and networks.
- Experience with modern software development practices and tools.
- Strong passion for technology and continuous learning.
- Experience with relational databases, preferably Oracle and Postgres.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages including company equity.
- 401k matching.
- Gender neutral parental leave.
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- In-office benefits including lunch stipends and fully stocked kitchens.
- Happy hours and a great office location with amazing views.
Tech Stack
C++DockerJavaPostgreSQLPython
Categories
BackendData EngineeringFull Stack