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Edgehog Trading · 2 months ago

C++ Software Developer – Trading Strategy Execution

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$130K/yr - $185K/yr

Edgehog Trading is a technology-driven trading firm specializing in trading options on futures. The role involves building and maintaining systems responsible for executing trading strategies with speed and precision, directly impacting the firm's ability to respond to market opportunities in real time.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain low-latency C++ applications for trading strategy execution
Collaborate closely with traders, quants, and other engineers to translate strategies into robust, production-ready systems
Optimize performance at every level: networking, OS, compiler, and code
Contribute to system architecture, instrumentation, and deployment pipelines
Debug, monitor, and improve systems operating under real-world conditions

Qualification

C++LinuxPerformance tuningData structuresAlgorithmsConcurrencyDebugging skillsScripting languagesNetworking knowledgeFPGA accelerationGPU computingEffective communicationCollaboration skillsIndependent work

Required

Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 and above)
Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, concurrency)
Strong debugging, profiling, and performance-tuning skills
Comfortable working in a Linux environment and familiar with system-level programming
Ability to work independently and drive projects from idea to production
Effective communication and collaboration skills in a high-stakes, fast-moving environment

Preferred

Experience building low-latency, high-throughput systems, preferably in a trading environment
Experience with market data feeds, exchange connectivity, or order management systems
Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash) for tooling and automation
Background in finance, quantitative systems, or high-frequency trading
Knowledge of networking (TCP/UDP, kernel bypass, packet capture)
Exposure to FPGA acceleration, GPU computing, or other hardware optimizations

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses
Paid leave
Insurance

Company

Edgehog Trading

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Edgehog Trading is a trading company that specializes in electronic options market making strategies.
dateFounded in 2018
location
Chicago, Illinois, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.edgehogtrading.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Michael Jang
CEO
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Neel Lawande
Co-Founder
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