Acquire Me
Software Engineer - C++ Quantitative Trading
Chicago, Illinois, US
Role snapshot
Acquire Me is hiring a Software Engineer - C++ Quantitative Trading on a full-time basis. This is a role based in Chicago, Illinois, US.
- Company
- Acquire Me
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois, US
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
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About the role
Summary
Highly proficient, ambitious C++ programmer wanted for a unique opportunity in one of the most forward-thinking technology led quant trading firms globally. Small team of exceptionally talented engineers building cutting-edge technology, implementing the full stack of trading infrastructure and algorithms to build high performance, highly availability systems in C++ in a Linux environment.
You would be working within core trading infrastructure; from idea generation all the way through to programming and trading implementation. This is a revolutionary way of working in a trading firm and is an exciting prospect for any gifted aspirational developer/engineer.
Responsibilities:
o Building best in class tech, working closely with mathematicians developing models and strategies
o Work on complex computational and data related problems
o Implementing automated multi-asset trading
o Develop visualisations for experimental trading
Requirements:
o Significant programming experience in C++
o Worked on multi-thousand line production coding projects
o Strong degree in computer science (or similar)
o Ability to write high quality code
Rewards and Incentives:
o Industry leading compensation and bonus scheme
o Working in a small team of highly talented engineers & mathematicians
o Direct business impact
o Free food, smart offices, flexible working, opportunities to learn new skills outside of work expertise
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