Software Engineer, Prediction Markets - Execution (C++)

DRW • Full-time • Chicago, New York • $175k - $225k / year • 3w ago

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

As a Software Engineer on the Prediction Markets Desk, you will build systems that take the desk from idea to production trading, including exchange connectivity, strategy logic, real-time pricing input pipelines, and position and risk management.

In this role you will:

Build exchange connectivity to Prediction Market venues
Collaborate with traders and researchers to implement trading signals and strategies
Create infrastructure that allows the desk to efficiently capture market opportunity
Take full ownership of the products you create, from prototype to stable production
Work with both greenfield and legacy systems, primarily in C++ and Java
Provide on-call support as needed

Qualifications:

A minimum of 2+ years' experience in C++, with the ability to work comfortably across multiple programming languages
A track record of working directly with end customers, scoping and delivering production systems in fast-moving and ambiguous environments
Experience building exchange connectivity (market data, order routing gateways), ideally in a cloud-oriented setting
Familiarity with real-time data processing and multi-venue environments
Understanding of trading operations (order lifecycle, break resolution, audit trails, PnL calculation)
Ability to dive deep into complex problems, develop intuitive understandings, spot risks early, and minimize complexity
Exceptional interpersonal skills — you communicate clearly with traders, researchers, and other engineers, fostering a collaborative, supportive working environment
Experience in the financial markets, crypto, or prediction markets is a plus
Experience with linux-based, concurrent, high-throughput software systems
Have a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, or equivalent work experience

The annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $225,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

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