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# C++ Developer - Trading / Financial Firm

- **Company:** REQUEST TECHNOLOGY
- **Location:** Woodridge, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $175,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Network Sockets, Software Code Optimization, Profiling, Software Quality, Computer Networks, Linux, Memory Management, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Socket Programming, Software Engineering, Tcpdump, Wireshark, Multithreading, Information Technology, C++14
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75927021-c-developer-trading-financial-firm

## About the Role

Looking for a C++ Developer with strong multithreading memory management and network socket programming. TCP/UDP Linux Unix. Knowledge of financial markets securities or derivatives (futures/options) is a plus, * A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related STEM field (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD).

 * At least 5 years of experience developing performance-critical software in modern C++ (C++14 or newer).
 * Strong knowledge of multi-threading, memory management, and network/socket programming (TCP/UDP).
 * Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and network tools (Wireshark, TCPDump).
 * Strong organizational and software architecture skills with an eye for performance profiling and optimization.

## Description

Seeking an exceptional C++ Developer to design, build, and optimize our high-performance, low-latency trading infrastructure and strategies. This is a hands-on engineering role working directly with traders, quants, and other technologists to deliver cutting-edge solutions in global markets.

 * Architect, develop, and maintain low-latency trading applications and market access systems in modern C++.
 * Collaborate with traders, quants, and researchers to implement, refine, and evaluate algorithmic and quantitative trading strategies.
 * Implement new trading algos and research ideas in the internal core trading framework.
 * Design and implement exchange connectivity, order routing, and market data feed handlers across multiple asset classes and venues worldwide.
 * Optimize systems for speed, throughput, scalability, and reliability, using profiling, performance tuning, and latency analysis.
 * Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements and design to testing, deployment, and production support.
 * Research and recommend new technologies, tools, and methods to improve performance, scalability, and code quality.