Low-Level C++ Software Engineer

About the position

At Wolverine Trading we’re looking for a Low-Level C++ Software Engineer to work at the intersection of hardware and software. Your focus will be on improving the performance of our critical and ultra-low latency trading systems, working on all parts of the trading systems stack.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve performance-critical C++ applications, ensuring ultra-low latency and high throughput
• Collaborate with FPGA engineers, hardware specialists, and systems teams to push performance boundaries
• Analyze and resolve real-time system issues, improving the reliability and stability of our trading platforms
• Build tools to monitor, profile, and analyze the performance of systems at every level

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• A minimum of 2+ years of professional C++ experience with a focus on high-performance applications
• Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and modern C++ practices (C++17/20)
• Experience and aptitude in multi-threaded programming and performance tuning
• Ability to analyze experimental results and optimize system performance
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A drive to make things better

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K
• Profit sharing plan
• Long- and short-term disability
• Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!)
• On-site gym with a subsidized membership
• Frequent company outings
• Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need in the Chicagoland area
• In-house education team – classes and resources are offered for continuous learning opportunities
• Mentorship Program through your first six months of employment