C++ Software Engineer

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Salary

$175K-$225K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$116,543 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+9.8% - Much faster than average

72% above the BLS role benchmark for software engineering aggregate.

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Software Engineering aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Engineering From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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About this role

C++ Software Engineer Chicago, United States; New York, United States IMC is seeking a highly skilled C++ Software Engineer to join our Chicago team. As a Software Engineer, you will design and develop software solutions tailored to the hardware-specific needs of our global trading system with a focus on optimizing performance. Our dynamic, fast-paced tech environment enables collaboration and rapid feedback loops across global teams. 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: - Design and build low latency, high-performance trading systems - Optimize production code and other system components to achieve low-latency and high-throughput capabilities - Write highly performant software solutions to control and interface with hardware components such as ASICs and FPGAS - Work closely with hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement effective solutions - Ensure a seamless integration of new applications and enhancements to the existing trading infrastructure Your Skills and Experience: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field of study - 2+ years of professional experience using modern C++ in a low-latency environment - Experience with software development for hardware platforms - Knowledge of trading systems and financial markets is a strong plus - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills #LI-DNP 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

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