Software Engineer, Early Career

About this role

Aquatic, a quantitative investment firm, seeks early-career software engineers for their Chicago or New York offices. You'll rotate through 2-3 technology teams, working closely with senior mentors to build systems that directly impact the firm's profitability using Python or C++.

What you'll do

• Develop software solutions in Python or C++ under senior engineer mentorship
• Rotate through 2-3 different technology teams over the program
• Apply software design and testing techniques including refactoring and test-driven development
• Build systems critical to the firm's financial operations
• Contribute to event-driven and distributed system architectures

What they're looking for

• Python or C++ programming
• Software design and testing methodologies
• Event-driven architectures
• Distributed systems
• Quantitative analysis
• Problem-solving in financial markets context
• Ability to learn quickly through mentoring

Benefits

• Base salary $150,000–$200,000 plus discretionary bonus
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Competitive 401(k) with employer match
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and competitive caregiver leave
• Wellness programs, casual dress, snacks, lunch, game room, and team events