Software Engineer, Early Career

Full Time

Chicago, United StatesPosted 15 days ago

Role Overview

IMC Trading is hiring a Software Engineer, Early Career. This is a full-time role in Chicago. Part of IMC Trading's Lifecycle hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Lifecycle roles is $120k-$166k (based on 313 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Having the best technology drives our business. As a Software Engineer at IMC, you will drive the development of our cutting-edge trading algorithms. You will be responsible for spotting new opportunities, solving problems and developing innovative technologies. Software development here is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows.

Your Core Responsibilities:

Build and maintain our trading platform and software stack
Bring our trading strategies and technology platform to the next level
Collaborate with Traders, Quant Researchers and other Engineers both locally and globally
Develop expertise within the entire software development lifecycle
Learn new technologies and programming languages in a dynamic environment

Your Skills and Experience:

1-3 years of full-time professional work experience post-graduation
BA/BSc/MA/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science or related degree
Must have strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures
Proficiency in a programming language is required (Java or C++ preferred)
Strong analytical skills and interest in solving complex problems programmatically
Desire to interact and work closely with non-engineers in a dynamic environment
Interest in the financial markets; previous knowledge is NOT required

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Base Salary: $200,000

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About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Software Engineer, Early Career position at IMC Trading?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to IMC Trading. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Software Engineer, Early Career position at IMC Trading located?

This position is based in Chicago. IMC Trading has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Software Engineer, Early Career at IMC Trading earn?

IMC Trading has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Software Engineer, Early Career role at IMC Trading posted?

This role was posted on June 25, 2026 (15 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.