Wolverine Trading

Proprietary trading, asset management, execution services

Senior C++ Software Engineer - Trading Platforms

Backend EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChicago, IL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 years of professional experience developing C++ code, with strong command of modern C++ (C++17 or later).
Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, memory management, and object-oriented and generic design.
Hands-on experience with multithreaded programming, concurrency, and performance tuning in real-time or latency-sensitive systems.
Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a track record of delivering complex projects collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications central to the trading platforms, owning features from design through production support.
Partner directly with traders and quantitative researchers to translate business needs into robust, efficient technical solutions.
Lead performance analysis, profiling, and optimization efforts to improve throughput, latency, and stability across critical systems.
Drive improvements to development practices, including code review, testing, and release processes.

At Wolverine Trading, we're looking for a Senior C++ Software Engineer to take ownership of the core systems that power our trading business. This role is on-site in our Chicago headquarters, where close collaboration with traders and engineers is central to our culture. You'll join a team of experienced engineers, traders, and hardware specialists building high-performance systems where speed, efficiency, and reliability make all the difference. This is an opportunity to shape architecture, drive projects from concept through production, and see the direct impact of your work on the trading floor every day. You'll be trusted with meaningful ownership from the start, with the support of a deeply technical team and clear paths to expand your influence across the firm.

Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications central to our trading platforms, owning features from design through production support.
Partner directly with traders and quantitative researchers to translate business needs into robust, efficient technical solutions.
Lead performance analysis, profiling, and optimization efforts to improve throughput, latency, and stability across critical systems.
Drive improvements to our development practices, including code review, testing, and release processes.

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
3+ years of professional experience developing C++ code, with a strong command of modern C++ (C++17 or later).
Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, memory management, and object-oriented and generic design.
Hands-on experience with multi-threaded programming, concurrency, and performance tuning in real-time or latency-sensitive systems.
No financial industry experience required! We welcome strong C++ engineers from any technical background, along with genuine curiosity about how technology drives trading.
Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a track record of delivering complex projects collaboratively.

About the Company

Wolverine Trading

Proprietary trading, asset management, execution services

Wolverine Trading operates in three areas: proprietary trading, asset management, and execution services. In proprietary trading, it uses market making and valuation arbitrage to provide liquidity and capture price differences across global markets. Wolverine Asset Management runs investment funds for clients, pursuing returns through a range of strategies. The company earns trading profits, management fees, and execution commissions, and aims to grow revenue by applying market expertise and technology to deliver liquidity, portfolio management, and efficient trade execution.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 1994

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