IMC Trading

Lab Technician

Posted 12 Hours Ago

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Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid

Junior

Fintech • Machine Learning • Software • Financial Services

IMC is a proprietary trading firm powered by research and technology.

The Role

Perform hands-on electronics lab work: validate and bring up circuit boards and ASICs, operate and maintain test equipment and fixtures, manage inventory and lab infrastructure, support manufacturing coordination, assembly, shipping, and documentation to enable hardware production and deployment.

Summary Generated by Built In

IMC is seeking a hands-on Electronics Lab Technician to support the development, testing, deployment, and operation of proprietary hardware within our Global Hardware team.
This role sits at the center of our custom ASIC development lifecycle. You'll help bring new hardware from manufacturing into production by validating circuit boards, supporting hardware bring-up, coordinating inventory and logistics, and maintaining the lab infrastructure used to test next-generation trading systems.
Our hardware organization operates on a regular ASIC release cadence, creating a dynamic environment that combines hardware testing, manufacturing support, deployment operations, and continuous process improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with electronics, solving practical problems, and contributing to cutting-edge technology used in live trading systems.
What You'll Do
Testing & Hardware Operations

Commission, inspect, and document circuit boards and hardware
Execute board- and chip-level validation testing using established procedures
Operate test fixtures and associated software to verify hardware functionality
Execute validation and bring-up testing for newly manufactured hardware
Install, configure, and maintain test equipment
Troubleshoot test failures and support root-cause investigations
Perform basic hardware troubleshooting and escalate issues appropriately
Assist with hardware rework and modifications when necessary
Support hardware release cycles and deployment readiness activities

Manufacturing & Deployment Support

Coordinate with manufacturing partners and internal engineering teams during hardware production cycles
Track hardware, components, and assemblies throughout the testing and deployment process
Support preparation, packaging, and shipment of hardware to production datacenters
Coordinate shipping and receiving of circuit boards, components, and equipment
Issue purchase orders for parts, materials, and lab supplies

Lab & Inventory Management

Manage inventory of circuit boards, electrical and mechanical components, and test hardware
Maintain lab organization and workflow standards across shared engineering spaces
Operate and maintain 3D printers and supporting equipment
Manage mechanical component and fastener inventory
Maintain documentation related to testing, inventory, and operational procedures

Mechanical Assembly

Perform assembly, modification, and rework following drawings and work instructions
Use basic hand and shop tools safely and competently
Support integration of hardware into chassis, enclosures, and larger systems

Collaboration

Partner with Hardware Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Center, Procurement, and Facilities teams
Support the deployment and ongoing operation of hardware used throughout IMC's trading infrastructure

What You Bring

2+ years of experience in a lab, testing, manufacturing, electronics, or hardware support environment
Familiarity with electronics, electronic components, and basic electrical concepts
Experience handling electronic hardware and test equipment
Experience using multimeters for basic measurements and diagnostics
Ability to follow mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and test procedures
Safe, competent use of hand tools and shop equipment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to troubleshoot hardware issues using a structured and methodical approach
Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
Ability to execute tasks with incomplete or high-level procedures
Clear written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have

Hardware testing, validation, or board bring-up experience
Experience using oscilloscopes or similar electronics lab equipment
Inventory management, shipping, and receiving experience
Experience supporting low-volume manufacturing or custom hardware development
Basic electrical rework capability
Soldering experience
Experience operating and maintaining 3D printers
Experience working in shared, multi-disciplinary engineering lab environments
Strong documentation and process-management habits

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

Maintains exceptional attention to detail when working with hardware and testing procedures
Enjoys hands-on technical work and practical problem-solving
Balances urgency with precision during critical hardware release cycles
Takes ownership of operational processes and follows through on details
Learns new tools, systems, and technologies quickly
Documents work clearly and consistently
Works effectively with engineering, operations, and infrastructure teams

Skills Required

2+ years in a lab, testing, manufacturing, electronics, or hardware support environment
Familiarity with electronics, electronic components, and basic electrical concepts
Experience handling electronic hardware and test equipment
Experience using multimeters for basic measurements and diagnostics
Ability to follow mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and test procedures
Safe, competent use of hand tools and shop equipment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to troubleshoot hardware issues using a structured and methodical approach
Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
Ability to execute tasks with incomplete or high-level procedures
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Hardware testing, validation, or board bring-up experience
Experience using oscilloscopes or similar electronics lab equipment
Inventory management, shipping, and receiving experience
Experience supporting low-volume manufacturing or custom hardware development
Basic electrical rework capability
Soldering experience
Experience operating and maintaining 3D printers
Experience working in shared, multi-disciplinary engineering lab environments
Strong documentation and process-management habits

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The Company

HQ: Amsterdam

1,954 Employees

Year Founded: 1989

What We Do

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

Why Work With Us

At IMC, the best ideas win, regardless of hierarchy. Graduates receive mentorship and make an impact from day one, while experienced hires get to shape their own path in a flexible, high-performance environment. We remove barriers so everyone can grow and help drive one of the world’s leading liquidity providers.