Software Engineer (Entry-Level) - C++
Akuna Capital
3 days ago
Chicago, IL, USA
Entry Level
H1B Sponsor
Base Salary
$145k - $145k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop applications using C++ for computational heavy-lifting and low-latency processes.
- Collaborate with trading teams to gather requirements and implement solutions.
- Engage in projects related to trading infrastructure, algorithms, and performance engineering.
- Utilize cutting-edge technology to enhance trading strategies and systems.
Requirements
- BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field.
- Experience programming in modern C++.
- Familiarity with distributed systems, parallel processing, networking, and data structures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exposure to scripting and data analysis, ideally in Python with Pandas and Numpy.
- Ability to communicate effectively with trading teams.
- Capacity to adapt to rapidly changing market conditions.
- Self-starter attitude with a strong sense of ownership.
- Must be graduating August 2026 or prior.
- GPA of 3.5 or above.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision.
- Retirement contributions and paid time off.
- Discretionary performance bonus.
Tech Stack
C++NumPyPandasPython
Categories
BackendData Engineering