College Graduates @ Old Mission

INACTIVE

Full-Time

College Graduates

Posted on 7/19/2023

Old Mission

201-500 employees

Global market maker in securities and derivatives

Data & Analytics

Financial Services

Entry

Chicago, IL, USA

Required Skills

Python

JavaScript

React.js

Data Structures & Algorithms

SQL

Linux/Unix

Requirements

Undergraduate or advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Engineering, or one of the hard sciences
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Knowledge of C++ and Python, SQL, JavaScript, React
Understanding of systems programming, data structures, and algorithms
Familiarity working in a Linux environment
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Great communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong work ethic and ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Developing and supporting C++ based trading applications and tools
Contributing significantly to the firm’s daily activities
Learning more about creative programming and the tools needed to support electronic trading
Being part of building out the business

Desired Qualifications

Experience in electronic trading
Experience in proprietary trading
Experience in financial markets

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.

About the position

Our development program is geared for college graduates who want to work alongside our talented software engineers creating impactful solutions to further the firm’s market initiatives. Responsibilities include developing and supporting C++ based trading applications and tools. You will be given immediate responsibilities which will significantly contribute to the firm’s daily activities. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about creative programming and the tools needed to support electronic trading. If you are looking to have an immediate contribution and would like to be part of building out our business, feel free to apply today!

Required Skills

An undergraduate or an advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Engineering, or one of the hard sciences
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Knowledge of C++ and Python, SQL, JavaScript, React
Understanding of systems programming, data structures, and algorithms
Familiarity working in a Linux environment
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Great communication skills, both written and verbal
A strong work ethic and ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Benefits and Perks

Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus
Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site
Tuition Reimbursement Program
401(k) with employer match
Flexible Spending Plan
Commuter Benefit Program

Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.

Old Mission

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Old Mission is a global market maker that utilizes advanced technology and proprietary systems to dynamically value individual securities and derivatives at the speed of modern markets, enabling them to price thousands of financial instruments globally and trade trillions of dollars of securities both on and off exchange. They have developed a market-making platform that allows them to work with the world’s largest exchanges, brokers, and institutional investors as a trusted partner, assisting them in transferring risk in a wide range of securities.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 1%

1 year growth

↑ 22%

2 year growth

↑ 33%

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Discretionary bonus

Top tier Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance paid for by the firm

401(k) with employer match

Full stocked kitchen, free breakfast and lunch everyday on-site

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Plan

Commuter Benefit Program

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