DRW · 5 days ago
Research Engineer (FICCO)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$175K/yr - $225K/yrDRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. As a Research Engineer, you will work closely with a systematic trading team to implement research studies, develop algorithms, and contribute to the tech stack that supports trading strategies.
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Responsibilities
Work with researchers to implement research studies, simulate trading strategies, and develop algorithms to compete in financial markets
Design trading strategy simulation software optimized for distributed computation
Develop software for large scale data acquisition, storage, accessibility, and visualization
Create user interfaces for data exploration and post trade analysis
Accelerate the research lifecycle from strategy prototype to production deployment
Evaluate new technology and improve our technology stack
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Excellent software development skills in modern C++ and Python
A strong understanding of object oriented design, data structures and algorithms
A strong understanding of quantitative finance mathematics
A solid foundation in programming with the ability to think, communicate, and code clearly
A solid understanding of computer systems at every level of abstraction (hardware, OS, memory, network)
Skills in multi‐threaded applications
An understanding of how to build software for long term use and broad adoption
Demonstrated ability to produce algorithmic code in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance
401k (with discretionary employer match)
Short and long-term disability
Life and AD&D insurance
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Company
DRW
DRW is a diversified trading firm that combines technology, research, and risk management to capture trading and investment opportunities.
Founded in 1992
1001-5000 employees
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