Software Developer

Sunrise Futures • Chicago, IL

2d

About The Position

Sunrise Futures is looking to hire a highly talented Software Developer to join our technology team. The Role: Working collaboratively with the technology and business teams on our trading and research platforms Designing and implementing high-quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research Exploring and working with industry-leading software and hardware Learning from industry experts in the fields of technology and finance Working on challenging and dynamic problems in a team atmosphere The Company: At Sunrise Futures, we bring science to trading. We have built a perfect combination of an algorithmic trading engine, a scientific research laboratory, and a technology venture. We harness the combined power of our industry-leading research platform, cutting-edge technology, and highly talented team to produce algorithmic trading strategies in markets all around the globe. By putting a tremendous emphasis on scientific trading, we have had a growing profit stream ever since our inception. Sunrise Futures is a mix of computer scientists, physicists, engineers, and mathematicians – but in a nutshell – we are all problem solvers. At Sunrise we strive to maintain a highly collaborative and productive environment. By selecting only individuals who we truly believe are a good match for the firm and vice versa, we have built an exceptional team and workplace where everyone can thrive, learn and excel to their maximum potential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field
• Programming skills and understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data structures
• C++ experience is a plus but not required
• Problem solvers who are driven, self-motivated, and "outside of the box" thinkers
• Motivated, dependable, and responsible team players
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Working collaboratively with the technology and business teams on our trading and research platforms
• Designing and implementing high-quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research
• Exploring and working with industry-leading software and hardware
• Learning from industry experts in the fields of technology and finance
• Working on challenging and dynamic problems in a team atmosphere

Benefits

• Paid time off and sick leave
• Fully covered medical and dental insurance premiums
• Generous 401(k) match
• Daily catered lunches plus fully stocked kitchens with snacks
• Free gym membership
• Flexible spending accounts
• RTA commuter plan
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Frequent company events, happy hours, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees