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# Python Software Engineer, Trading Platform

- **Company:** D R W Inc
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Data Structures, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Package Management Systems, Software Engineering, Scripting, Information Technology, Teamcity, Jenkins
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/python-software-engineer-trading-platform-chicago-il--4373ae81-9b2b-4e11-a341-6ede71aba4b8

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Risk, Fixed Income Investments, Venture Capital, Real Estate, Best Practices, Quantitative Research, Software Engineering, Leading Edge Technology, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related Engineering discipline

 * 5+ years of experience building demanding, live systems in Python
 * In-depth knowledge of Python and keeps up with current standards (3.11 onwards)
 * Up-to-date knowledge of the Python ecosystem: third party libraries, packaging in-built Python libraries
 * Knowledge of a systems language such as C, C++, Rust, etc.
 * Solid understanding of data structures
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills
 * Must care about the user-experience/UX component
 * Knowledge of CI software, such as TeamCity or Jenkins
 * Familiarity with Linux
 * Ability to mentor others and lead small projects

Bonus points:

 * Experience in the trading industry
 * Familiarity with the scientific python stack
 * Understanding of the latest in python package management

## Description

* Manage the day-to-day technology requirements of our proprietary trading systems
 * Accelerate trading and research analysis workflows by utilizing and expanding on DRW's in-house infrastructure and improve productivity
 * Evaluate new technologies and identify/deprecate legacy code to improve on the current technological stack
 * Collaborate with other engineers, traders, and researchers to design custom frameworks or end-user solutions
 * Write performance sensitive code and user-friendly APIs to facilitate access to our in-house data analysis infrastructure
 * Lead design discussions and conduct code reviews to maintain high standards and quality of written code