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companyIMC Trading logo
Full-time|$175K/yr - $250K/yr|On-site|Chicago, United States; New York, United States

As a Research Engineer at IMC Trading, you will be instrumental in developing advanced research platforms that support diverse asset classes and trading strategies. You will collaborate closely with quantitative traders and researchers to assess and implement innovative research ideas and methodologies across the organization. Your contributions will significantly enhance our trading strategies by accelerating experimentation cycles that promote ongoing innovation and improvement.Your Core Responsibilities:Design and develop high-throughput, scalable research platforms with a strong emphasis on data interactions, machine learning (ML) pipelines, and backtesting.Contribute to the design and deployment of deep learning models in a production environment.Establish tools that facilitate extensive experimentation at scale, ensuring versatility across various asset classes, time horizons, and trading strategies.Work collaboratively with quantitative researchers and traders to explore and evaluate new research concepts, while developing scientific libraries to disseminate insights.Assess and implement third-party tools (e.g., MLflow, Neptune, Ray) and lead the enhancement of our research infrastructure.Develop efficient processes to ensure reproducibility in research efforts.Create scalable model frameworks that can manage high-volume trading data and provide real-time, high-accuracy predictions.

Mar 13, 2026
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companyBelvedere Trading logo
Full-time|On-site|Chicago, Illinois

Belvedere Trading is a premier proprietary trading firm known for its commitment to innovation and excellence. Our team thrives on intellectual curiosity, constantly exploring new avenues that will not only transform our trading practices in this digital age but also reshape the future of the trading industry.Our traders excel at providing liquidity to the market through market-making activities, mastering a wide range of commodities, interest rates, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and equity index options. They collaborate closely with our technology experts to continuously enhance and refine our trading systems, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the industry.Belvedere Trading is seeking a talented Quantitative Researcher to join our Quant Research & Development team. In this role, you will work hand-in-hand with traders and developers to design algorithmic solutions that span the entire process from idea generation to implementation, ultimately driving the firm’s profitability. Your quantitative research efforts will be pivotal in enhancing and diversifying our existing trading strategies, contributing significantly to our long-term growth.

Feb 26, 2026
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companyIMC Trading logo
Full-time|$250K/yr - $300K/yr|On-site|Chicago, United States; New York, United States

Join IMC Trading as a Machine Learning Research Lead, where you will leverage cutting-edge machine learning techniques to tackle complex trading challenges. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the creation of a centralized machine learning environment that will be utilized across all trading segments at IMC. The ideal candidate brings a wealth of experience collaborating with researchers, traders, and engineers to develop and enhance a robust research platform that fosters innovation through machine learning. We believe that the key to success in research lies in a blend of machine learning expertise, statistical knowledge, trading intuition, and a pragmatic problem-solving approach. This role offers you the chance to delve deeply into feature engineering, apply diverse ML models, and engage in research focused on building custom algorithms.

Mar 12, 2026
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Full-time|$116K/yr - $116K/yr|Hybrid|Chicago, Illinois, United States

Location: Chicago, IL headquarters, with the option to work fully remote from anywhere in the United States. This is a hybrid, full-time position. Occasional travel (up to 10%) to project sites across the U.S. may be required. Role overview The Engineering Lead (REF #SV0226) at Resource Innovations plays a central role in managing complex engineering projects and teams. This position focuses on delivering high-quality, timely results for clients in small business and industrial sectors, particularly around energy-saving initiatives. The role combines technical leadership, project oversight, and mentorship responsibilities. What you will do Lead project teams, providing direction on assignments with significant complexity and risk. Guide and mentor engineering staff to achieve client, operational, and service goals. Oversee the implementation of energy efficiency programs for small business and industrial clients. Maintain strict quality control over project deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and clarity. Act as a subject matter expert, offering advanced technical guidance to team members. Mentor junior engineers in energy auditing, inspections, and measurement & verification practices. Perform energy efficiency calculations using spreadsheets and energy simulation modeling tools. Develop and review energy savings calculations across various equipment baselines. Write detailed technical reports and contribute to research and development of conservation measures. Provide essential technical support to the broader team.

Apr 27, 2026
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Full-time|$95.5K/yr - $95.5K/yr|Hybrid|Chicago, Illinois, United States

Resource Innovations is excited to invite applications for the position of Project Engineer (REF #IK1025) at our Chicago office. We offer the flexibility of partial telecommuting, allowing for up to 3 days of remote work per week.Key Responsibilities:Conduct site visits to assess the installation and performance of new and upgraded energy-efficient equipment.Prepare detailed technical reports that summarize energy analysis results and suggest energy-saving opportunities, including potential incentive payments. Collaborate in developing new energy efficiency measures.Assist in measurement and verification tasks to ensure accurate validation of energy savings, utilizing tools like Excel and Tableau for data analysis and visualization.Perform and review energy savings analyses and building energy simulation modeling.Conduct technical reviews and analyze energy performance metrics, calculating energy savings achieved through upgrades to energy-efficient equipment.Guide contractors and customers in selecting energy efficiency equipment eligible for utility rebates; effectively communicate and coordinate with various project stakeholders, including contractors and end customers.Facilitate monthly training sessions to inform customers about program updates and improvements.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field.A minimum of 3 years of experience in the role or a related field.Essential Skills:3 years of experience in energy modeling and building simulation.3 years of experience with HVAC systems.Additional Experience:2 years of experience in writing and reviewing technical papers for energy analysis.2 years analyzing HVAC designs and specifications.Experience with building automation systems.Proficient in data analysis and visualization for energy efficiency projects.Knowledge of Energy Efficiency Codes and Standards is required.Travel Requirements: Up to 20% domestic travel to project sites across the United States.#LI-DNIAbout Resource Innovations:Resource Innovations (RI) is a dynamic, women-led energy transformation firm dedicated to making a significant impact. Leveraging our expertise in energy efficiency, we continually expand our portfolio of clean energy solutions to assist utilities in navigating increasingly complex, interconnected challenges. From load flexibility to electrification and carbon reduction, we lead the charge in powering change.Resource Innovations is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Mar 4, 2026
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companyJump Trading Group logo
Full-time|$200K/yr - $350K/yr|On-site|Chicago, New York, London

At Jump Trading Group, we are dedicated to pioneering research that shapes the future of global financial markets. Our team comprises extraordinary individuals from Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science backgrounds who are driven to push the boundaries of scientific exploration. We foster a unique culture that thrives on innovation, creativity, intellectual honesty, and a competitive spirit. Together, we believe in harnessing our distinct talents through collaboration and mutual respect. In our pursuit of excellence, we not only aim for superior risk-adjusted returns but also design, develop, and implement technologies that transform industries, support start-ups, and collaborate with top-tier research organizations and universities to tackle complex challenges. The quantitative trading teams at Jump delve into the intricacies of global markets, utilizing advanced statistical analysis, machine learning, and deep learning techniques to develop predictive trading models that drive profitability.

Feb 12, 2026
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Full-time|$250K/yr - $300K/yr|On-site|Chicago, United States; New York, United States

Join IMC Trading, a leading global market maker, as a Machine Learning Researcher! Our central ML research team is dedicated to applying cutting-edge machine learning and deep learning techniques to tackle complex trading challenges. We are looking for talented quantitative researchers with a solid track record who can collaborate effectively with trading teams to develop, refine, and enhance predictive models and research tools. You will have the chance to engage deeply in feature engineering and alpha research while utilizing a diverse array of ML models and conducting innovative research on custom model development.

Mar 12, 2026
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companyDV Trading logo
Full-time|$150K/yr - $200K/yr|On-site|Chicago; London; New York

About Us:Established over 15 years ago, DV Trading is a prominent proprietary trading firm headquartered in Chicago, with a workforce exceeding 350 talented individuals across North America and Europe. Since our spin-off from a major brokerage firm in 2016, we have rapidly expanded, leveraging our capital, innovative trading strategies, and robust risk management practices to provide liquidity in global financial markets and hedging solutions for commodity producers and users. Today, our affiliates encompass two broker-dealers, a cryptocurrency market-making entity, and an emerging investment adviser. Overview:As a Trade Support Engineer, you will collaborate closely with our Development, Trading, and IT teams to optimize trading operations and ensure their stability. Your role will focus on continuously enhancing our capacity to identify and resolve trading-related issues while delivering exceptional support to our traders. Additionally, you will lead strategic initiatives aimed at improving our trading operations and the supporting technology. Job Responsibilities:Oversee and manage trading platforms across diverse markets.Monitor and support Linux environments effectively.Engage in the trading industry with a primary focus on supporting traders and trading infrastructure.Collaborate with both technical and non-technical personnel to drive business initiatives.

Nov 21, 2025
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Trading Systems Engineer

Hudson River Trading

Full-time|On-site|Austin, TX, United States; Boulder, Colorado, United States; Chicago, Illinois, United States; London, United Kingdom; New York, NY, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States

Hudson River Trading seeks a Trading Systems Engineer to join the Trading Systems Infrastructure team. This group builds and maintains the technology behind global trading operations. Their work supports high performance and reliability for the ultra-low latency operating systems, automation tools, and development platforms that keep trading strategies running worldwide, around the clock. Role overview The Trading Systems Engineer will help support and improve real-time production trading environments. The work centers on solving challenges that require high availability, high throughput, and ultra-low latency. This role contributes to the development and automation of essential infrastructure components, working alongside a team committed to keeping trading systems operating smoothly at all times. What you will do Support and improve real-time production trading environments Address challenges involving high availability, high throughput, and ultra-low latency Contribute to developing and automating critical infrastructure Collaborate with a team focused on system reliability and uptime Requirements Experience with coding and automation Strong interest in enhancing technology stacks Ability to solve complex technical problems in demanding environments Comfort working where uptime and performance are essential Locations Austin, TX, United States Boulder, Colorado, United States Chicago, Illinois, United States London, United Kingdom New York, NY, United States Seattle, Washington, United States

Apr 23, 2026
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Full-time|$175K/yr - $225K/yr|On-site|Chicago, United States

Join our dynamic and innovative execution development team as a Trading Systems Engineer, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in our trading operations.In this multifaceted position, you will manage critical systems that are essential to live trading, focusing on hardware, network connectivity, application performance, and exchange interactions.This role is not solely about support or project-based engineering; it encompasses both. Your responsibilities will include:Operational support for live trading systems, ensuring their stability and swiftly resolving production issues. This fast-paced environment demands strong troubleshooting skills, clear communication, and the ability to maintain composure under pressure. If you thrive on real-time problem-solving and appreciate the immediate impact of your contributions, this role is for you.Project-based engineering to enhance the reliability, performance, and automation of existing systems. Our objective is clear: fewer incidents, quicker recovery, proactive monitoring, and continual system improvement. We believe that understanding system behavior in real-world scenarios is crucial for effective enhancement.Our execution systems are fundamental to our success and require dedicated ownership to ensure seamless trading operations throughout the day. Your contributions will be vital in both optimizing current trading practices and developing a more robust platform for future success.As part of a team of seasoned engineers, you will be committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement, taking on significant responsibilities for complex, real-time interactions between trading and technology.

Mar 12, 2026
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companyHudson River Trading logo
Full-time|On-site|Chicago, Illinois, United States; London, United Kingdom; New York, NY, United States

Hudson River Trading is hiring a Junior Trading Systems Engineer to join its Trading Systems Infrastructure team. This group is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the high-performance infrastructure that supports the firm's global trading operations. The focus is on ensuring reliability and efficiency for ultra low-latency operating systems, automation tools, and platforms that keep trading strategies running around the clock. Key responsibilities Contribute to projects within a real-time trading environment Address challenges that demand high availability, high throughput, and ultra low-latency solutions Support the maintenance and improvement of core infrastructure for global trading systems Assist in developing and automating tools that back trading operations What we look for Strong interest in coding and automation Willingness to learn new skills and technologies to work with a complex technical stack Ability to solve technical problems in a demanding setting Locations Chicago, Illinois, United States London, United Kingdom New York, NY, United States

Apr 23, 2026
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companyValkyrie Trading logo
Full-time|On-site|Chicago, IL

What You’ll Do:As a Trade Operations Engineer at Valkyrie Trading, you will become an integral member of our dynamic and collaborative team, dedicated to maintaining the health and stability of our production trading environment. This role places you at the forefront of our trading operations, where you will ensure the seamless functioning of our systems.Your hands-on responsibilities will include monitoring and maintaining the production trading environment, swiftly responding to alerts, and resolving or escalating technical issues as necessary. You will be tasked with deploying and configuring both proprietary and third-party applications while working closely with traders, clearing firms, exchanges, and vendor partners to achieve our business goals. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of operational solutions by automating workflows, supporting back-office operations such as trade capture and reconciliation, and assisting with risk and compliance reporting.

Sep 12, 2022
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companyIMC Trading logo
Full-time|$175K/yr - $225K/yr|On-site|Chicago, United States

Join IMC Trading as a dynamic Trading Engineer within our Strategy Development team. This pivotal role integrates technology, data, and market strategy, empowering you to optimize trading systems that drive our success. You will develop automation solutions that enhance our operational efficiency, ensuring our trading processes remain robust and responsive under market pressures.This position is perfect for individuals with a background in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) or operations engineering who seek to be at the forefront of trading, where every millisecond counts and innovative thinking yields significant results.

Mar 19, 2026
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companyChicago Trading Campus logo
Full-time|$175K/yr - $200K/yr|On-site|Chicago, Illinois, United States, New York, New York, United States

Chicago Trading Campus (CTC) is a pioneering proprietary trading firm committed to innovating how the world prices and manages risk. Our vibrant and trusting culture fosters collaboration and inspires us to tackle the industry's toughest challenges while taking calculated risks in a supportive environment.We aspire to be the most innovative firm in the industry, now and in the future, while maintaining our commitment to ethical excellence. CTC positively impacts the markets, enhances the lives of our employees, and contributes to the communities we serve. Established in 1995 by a team of visionary traders, we proudly stand as an industry leader dedicated to continuous improvement.The RoleAs a Systematic Quantitative Researcher, you will be at the forefront of innovation, working collaboratively in a dynamic environment. You will partner closely with fellow researchers, traders, and engineers to address quantitative challenges, develop trading strategies, conduct back-testing, perform statistical analyses, and design systems. Our culture of collaborative innovation and intellectual curiosity encourages us to celebrate our successes while continuously pushing the boundaries of our creativity. This is a unique opportunity to apply scientific methodologies to real-world business challenges within one of our Quant teams at CTC!We emphasize team alignment during the hiring process, ensuring that candidates are matched with either our Vol Overlay or Delta Force teams based on their strengths and interests, while also meeting the firm’s strategic needs.

Mar 17, 2026
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companyIMC Trading logo
Full-time|$250K/yr - $300K/yr|On-site|Chicago, United States; New York, United States

Join IMC Trading, an innovative leader in the financial industry, as a Quantitative Researcher specializing in Futures. We are seeking skilled professionals to design and enhance systematic trading strategies in the futures market. You will leverage IMC's extensive expertise in options trading and combine it with cutting-edge systematic strategies. Your role will involve executing large-scale data analyses and employing advanced machine learning techniques to generate forecasts that facilitate superior trading execution in the futures markets.As part of our expanding team, you will play a pivotal role in all areas of IMC's trading operations. Your contributions will extend beyond signal generation as you collaborate with developers to build and implement a comprehensive research framework that allows for the swift research, testing, and deployment of new ideas.

Mar 12, 2026
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Full-time|$150K/yr - $180K/yr|Remote|Remote — Chicago, Illinois, United States

Role overview Resource Innovations is hiring a Salesforce Technical Engineering Manager to lead a team of Salesforce Engineers and Administrators within its software division. This leadership role blends people management with direct technical work. The manager will help shape and deliver SaaS applications built on the Salesforce platform, ensuring that solutions align with business goals and strong engineering practices. What you will do Manage, mentor, and support a team of Salesforce Engineers and Administrators Remain hands-on in the technical development of Salesforce-based solutions Work with Product Management and cross-functional teams to turn business requirements into scalable SaaS products Oversee the design, development, and deployment of Salesforce applications Foster a collaborative team environment while driving effective solution delivery Location and work arrangement This role is fully remote. Candidates living in metro areas such as San Francisco, Chicago, Phoenix, Denver, Salt Lake City, or Madison may occasionally be asked to attend in-person meetings. Eligibility Applicants must reside in the United States This position does not offer visa sponsorship or extensions

Apr 24, 2026
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companyIDEO logo
Full-time|$115K/yr - $135K/yr|Hybrid|Chicago, IL; San Francisco, CA

Design Research LeadJoin IDEO as a Design Research Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping innovative research initiatives across various programs in one of our rapidly expanding studios. This position focuses on fostering substantial client relationships and spearheading strategic initiatives within the media, entertainment, and technology sectors. As a key partner to a renowned brand in the creative entertainment and tech industry, we seek a visionary leader eager to explore and influence the future of digital media through innovative strategies.In this role, you will guide our teams and clients in deriving insights that inspire and inform exceptional design work. Reporting to one of our North American studios, you will engage in extensive collaboration with clients across the Pacific and Japan time zones. While proximity to IDEO SF or ChIDEO is advantageous, it is not mandatory, as we offer a flexible work environment. Expect occasional travel to our studios for in-person collaboration.The Importance of This Role at IDEOAt IDEO, we create impactful design solutions that are desirable, viable, feasible, and responsible. Our Design Researchers are instrumental in helping teams and clients gain a deeper understanding of everyday lives and cultural dynamics, informing interdisciplinary collaborations. They leverage research as a vehicle for discovery, creation, interpretation, and communication of opportunities in an engaging manner, contributing at every phase of the design process. Successful Design Researchers at IDEO think expansively about the necessary research at different stages, craft compelling plans, assist in prototype development, execute research, synthesize findings into actionable insights, and drive emotionally resonant storytelling. They embody empathy, curiosity, and humility, bridging design teams and organizations with the real lives of people.Your Responsibilities IncludeLeading interdisciplinary project teams with diverse design backgrounds.Formulating cutting-edge research strategies tailored to unique project outcomes, encompassing individual behaviors and broader cultural trends.Executing a diverse range of research methodologies and guiding interdisciplinary teams through the process.Facilitating analysis and synthesis of research findings to generate actionable insights.Directing human-centered strategies and storytelling grounded in the outcomes of design research.Contributing to prototypes and design concepts at various stages, from initial “sacrificial” ideas to detailed design iterations.

Feb 27, 2026
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companyHudson River Trading (HRT) logo
Full-time|On-site|Chicago, Illinois, United States; London, United Kingdom; New York, NY, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States; Singapore

The Networks team is at the forefront of designing, building, and maintaining the robust communication infrastructure that powers our high-capacity, low-latency trading and data research environments, operating around the clock. Our network spans over 25 countries and more than 100 locations worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer who possesses extensive experience in architecting and managing large-scale environments to meet the rigorous performance and availability standards of a leading algorithmic trading firm within the global financial sector.This role demands a blend of project management acumen and deep technical expertise. Collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry, you will take charge of product selection, design, routing configurations, and troubleshooting. You will work closely with our Systems and Trading Operations teams, along with other departments at HRT, to construct, oversee, and monitor our low-latency trading network. Your responsibilities will be wide-ranging, allowing you the autonomy to analyze challenges and devise solutions that will have an immediate and significant impact on our global operations.We are looking for a technology enthusiast who thrives on tackling complex problems. You will engage in various projects aimed at enhancing the performance and capacity of our global trading and research platforms while contributing to both strategic initiatives and the intricate details of our network architecture.

Feb 9, 2026
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companyBelvedere Trading logo
Full-time|On-site|Chicago, Illinois

Belvedere Trading is a premier proprietary trading firm located in the heart of downtown Chicago. We pride ourselves on our traders who diligently work to provide liquidity to the market through expert market-making across a variety of commodities, interest rates, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and equity index options. From our inception, we have continuously invested in our proprietary technology, dedicating ourselves to building robust systems from the ground up. Our trading models and software systems undergo constant re-engineering, optimization, and maintenance to ensure we remain leaders in the industry. This achievement is driven by our technology teams, who expertly leverage and refine our innovative technology solutions. At Belvedere, high-performance proprietary development is the cornerstone of our success and competitive edge, fueling our unwavering passion for performance. We are a team driven by intellectual curiosity, constantly searching for insights that will transform not only the way we trade in this technology-driven era but also the future of the trading industry. We place significant emphasis on defining, developing, and deploying high-performance trading software through a collaborative, team-oriented approach. We seek enthusiastic team members whose contributions are vital to our ongoing success.Our team is in search of Software Engineers who specialize in creating high-performance trading systems. As a Software Engineer, you will play a key role in establishing technical standards and significantly contributing to the technical architecture and engineering practices within our teams. You will collaborate with Belvedere Quantitative Analysts and fellow Software Engineers to address challenges in programming, technology, mathematics, and finance by developing high-quality, high-performing, and architecturally sound systems aligned with our business objectives. We are looking for individuals capable of solving complex technical problems in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

May 12, 2025
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companyBelvedere Trading logo
Full-time|On-site|Chicago, Illinois

Join Belvedere Trading, a premier proprietary trading firm based in the dynamic heart of Chicago. Our dedicated traders excel in providing essential liquidity to the market through strategic market-making, mastering a diverse portfolio of commodities, interest rates, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and equity index options. From our inception, we have consistently invested in developing our proprietary technology, building our systems from the ground up. Our trading models and software systems are subject to ongoing re-engineering and optimization to maintain our industry leadership. This progress is driven by our skilled technology teams, who innovate and enhance our technological solutions.The Trading Data Fabric (TDF) team is responsible for creating and managing a robust data platform that empowers Belvedere to capture and stream high-volume, high-quality data while leveraging cloud-scale computing for quantitative research and trading. We oversee data pipelines that collect real-time market data, trading activities, and intricate internal valuation and position data, which feed into our real-time trading engines and data warehouse for comprehensive historical analysis.As a Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in system development, pipeline implementation, data warehouse architecture, data quality automation, and operational oversight. You will engage in all phases of our software development lifecycle, from design and testing to deployment, driven by a passion for technology and a keen interest in financial markets.

Feb 25, 2026

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