GRADUATE HARDWARE ENGINEER

IMC Financial Markets
Chicago, IL, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Compensation
$200,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Algorithmic Trading C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Computer Engineering Python (Programming Language) SystemVerilog Verilog VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL)

Job description

Having the best technology drives our business. As a Hardware Engineer at IMC, you are responsible for spotting new opportunities, solving problems and developing new technologies. Our Hardware development process is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows. You will collaborate with team members and receive support from both a mentor and a lead who will oversee your projects and professional development. Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Enhance your knowledge of trading, algorithm complexity, system design, and coding
  • Work within different systems involving a mix of software and cutting-edge hardware technologies
  • Develop hardware designs and tests
  • Drive projects from ideation to production
  • Explore innovative low-latency techniques to implement within our trading system
  • Build relationships across our technology and trading teams

Requirements

  • Current university student graduating between September 2026 - July 2027 that is pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree
  • Strong analytical skills and a desire to solve complex problems programmatically
  • Proficient in SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL, or other RTL programming (additional software experience is a plus; C++, Python, or similar)
  • Desire to collaborate with non-engineers in a dynamic environment
  • Interest in the Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required
  • Must be available for full-time employment starting in February or August 2027

Benefits & conditions

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

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