Associate C++ Engineer

CTC is a cutting-edge proprietary trading firm with a long-term vision and a clear focus on helping the world price and manage risk. Our fun and trusting culture inspires us to solve the industry’s most challenging problems and take calculated risks in a collaborative environment.

We strive to be the most innovative firm in the industry today, tomorrow, and long into the future while upholding ethical excellence. We believe that CTC makes a positive impact on the markets, the lives of our employees, and all the communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward-thinking Traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better.

Are you excited to play an important role in building next generation trading infrastructure and applications? Do you thrive in an innovative environment? If so, we encourage you to consider CTC!

The Role:

We are looking for talented and motivated C++ software engineers to join our development teams in designing, coding, and testing sophisticated trading tools and risk applications. These distributed real-time systems will require you to have a deep understanding of computer science concepts, strong software development skills and methodology, and effective communication and collaboration abilities. Software development cycles at CTC are short and releases of proprietary software are frequent. In this fast-paced and dynamic team environment, our engineers quickly see the results of their effort, and the impact it has on our businesses. Engineers will also have exposure to trading through our combined trading and technology curriculum which includes a shadow on one of our trading desks.

What it means to be successful:

• You can apply understanding of data structures, algorithms, and multi-threading concepts to real-world problems


• You are curious about options trading, pricing and risk management. No prior knowledge or experience in finance is needed


• You are highly motivated, humble, and collaborative


• You thrive in a team-based environment filled with driven people that value a healthy work-life balance


• You effectively communicate ideas, both written and verbal, that showcase your analytical skills


• You seek constructive feedback to grow your capabilities

What We're Looking For:

• Strong foundation in C++ programming skills gained through coursework, internships, or entry-level positions


• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a similar field


• A proven record of success (academics, awards, etc.)


• Willing to relocate to Chicago, IL or New York, New York

Why should you consider a career at CTC?

• Have a place in a fast-growing, industry-leading global technology company


• Excellent growth potential


• Opportunity to work with and learn from forward-thinking leaders in our industry


• Collaborative team environment that rewards contributions, innovative thinking, and solution-orientation


• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including free breakfast and lunch (and healthy snacks of course!) as well as onsite biometric testing and fitness center membership

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At CTC, we aim to cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and each person feels included, engaged and empowered. Where each of us feels we belong. We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 

If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us at [email protected]. Note that emails sent to this email account for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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