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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** D R W Inc
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $250,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Application Performance Management, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Data Structures, Distributed Systems, IPv4, Python (Programming Language), Pair Programming, Software Architecture, Ruby, Software Engineering, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Rust (Programming Language), Data Logging, Multithreading, Concurrency, Numerical Computing, Information Technology, Low Latency, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a68f9e01-878c-4152-ab53-c179121eaa92

## About the Role

* 10+ years of experience developing high-availability server-side systems, preferably in C++ or Rust
 * 3+ years of experience using any combination of the modern C++ (20/23/26) standards or Rust
 * A background in multi-threaded programming and a strong understanding of hardware/software interaction
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, and strong practical knowledge of computer science, especially algorithms, data structures, distributed systems and concurrency.
 * Positive AI mentality and practical use of AI coding tools.
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice to haves:

 * Experience working in the trading industry or another latency-sensitive business that involves solving complex and novel problems
 * Experience with numerical computing and/or working with Quantitative Researchers
 * Experience with full life-cycle software development utilizing exotic hardware/software architectures
 * Detailed understanding of TCP, UDP, IPV4 and related hardware/software
 * Comfort with multiple programming languages, particularly including C++, Rust, Java, Python, JavaScript, Ruby

## Description

* Perform full life cycle development of applications and libraries for exchange gateways, trading strategy execution, risk management, trade reporting and market data feed processing using C++ or Rust
 * Develop and maintain systems to ensure application performance, integrity and reliability for maintaining maximal up-time, and logging and traceability to aid in the support of mission-critical production systems
 * Collaborate with quantitative researchers and traders on strategy development
 * Design, develop, and deploy software using agile methodologies
 * Guide junior engineers on best practices through mentoring, pair programming, and code reviews
 * Provide production support, maintenance and performance improvements of existing systems
 * Evaluate new technology and improve our technology stack


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