Job description

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement. About the Position Old Mission Capital LLC, is looking to add several C++ Software Engineers to join our team in Chicago. In this role, you will be building and optimizing our current automated trading infrastructure, and you will also be tasked with working directly with our Traders and Quants to develop the next generation of the firm’s trading algorithms and strategies. Additionally, you will be responsible for creating and developing scalable multi-tiered applications. Our Software Engineers work on small collaborative teams and are a key component for our success. Required Skills BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or another technical related field 2+ years of experience developing applications in C++, preferably with high availability systems with very tight latency constraints Experience with C++ 11/14/17/20, Linux and Python and BASH scripting In-depth knowledge of the Linux kernel, systems programming A passion for solving challenging problems Strong systems knowledge and prefer some experience in developing low latency systems Experience with writing applications connecting to exchange API’s or using network protocols Experience with parallel, concurrent, and multi-threaded programming Prefer experience with low-latency computing and hardware-level design Experience with Git, SVN, Mercurial Benefits and Perks Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site Tuition Reimbursement Program 401(k) with employer match Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leaves Commuter and Flexible Spending Programs In office M-F with 10 remote days per year Base Salary Range $175,000 - $300,000 - Salaries are based on numerous factors such as skills, experience, and education. Our compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees. For more information, reach out to your recruiter. Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.

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Must-haves

BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or another technical related field
2+ years of experience developing applications in C++, preferably with high availability systems with very tight latency constraints
Experience with C++ 11/14/17/20, Linux and Python and BASH scripting
In-depth knowledge of the Linux kernel, systems programming
A passion for solving challenging problems
Strong systems knowledge and prefer some experience in developing low latency systems
Experience with writing applications connecting to exchange API’s or using network protocols
Experience with parallel, concurrent, and multi-threaded programming
Prefer experience with low-latency computing and hardware-level design
Experience with Git, SVN, Mercurial

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