IMC Trading · 21 hours ago
Quantitative Performance Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$200K/yr - $200K/yrIMC Trading is a global trading firm that focuses on modern electronic trading powered by advanced technology. They are seeking highly driven graduates to apply quantitative techniques and practical experimentation to enhance their trading strategies in a competitive market.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Perform quantitative research with large datasets to understand exchange technology
Design novel strategies to optimize IMC’s liquidity taking and quoting strategies for exchange microstructure
Develop AI agents, ETL pipelines and algorithms in Python to optimize IMC’s ultra-low-latency trading strategies
Reverse-engineer and stress-test network and systems programming technologies in order to understand them better than the manufacturers
Collaborate closely with Traders and with the Hardware and Software Engineers who will implement your ideas
Qualification
Required
Current university student graduating between September 2025 – July 2026 that is pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technology field
Proficiency in at least one programming language is required
Exceptional quantitative ability and analytical skills
Highly motivated to compete—and win—in one of the world's most competitive markets
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a desire to work cross-functionally across trading and engineering teams
Must be available for full-time employment starting in August 2026
Preferred
Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, or network technology is a plus
Interest in the Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Paid leave
Insurance
Company
IMC Trading
IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone.
Founded in 2022Klein Amsterdam, Gelderland, NLD
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Christine Hansen
Managing Director / CEO
Robbert Heederik
CTO, IMC Markets
Recent News
2022-05-31
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