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At Belvedere, we cultivate the best of trading by creating cutting-edge technology and forging unique paths in culture.
The Role
The Senior Trading Software Engineer will optimize performance-critical code, collaborate with trading engineers, implement low-latency solutions, and enhance trading systems.
Summary Generated by Built In
Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm with offices in Chicago, New York, Boulder, and Singapore. Our traders work hard to provide liquidity to the market through their market-making activities and are the masters of a diverse set of commodities, interest rates, exchange-traded funds (ETF), and equity index options. From the beginning, we began iteratively investing in our proprietary technology and committing to building our systems from the ground up. Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. We operate best within a team environment where we challenge each other to deliver value consistently and share in the success of the company.
We’re looking for a Senior Trading Software Engineer to help push the boundaries of our trading platform. You’ll work side-by-side with traders and quantitative researchers to design and evolve the infrastructure behind our automated options trading systems. Our core platform is built in Java, but we’re expanding into modern C++ to drive our strategies into new markets. This role will have a hand in everything from trading logic to system performance to FPGA integrations. We operate every day with rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and scalable best practices. If you love optimizing every microsecond, solving real-time problems, and building scalable, battle-tested systems, this role will keep you challenged and engaged every day.
What you'll do
- Solve low-latency trading problems and optimize performance-critical code.
- Collaborate with fellow trading engineers to improve system performance and scalability.
- Contribute across the tech stack: application development, network optimization, and platform tuning.
- Partner with hardware and networking teams to drive low-latency performance gains.
- Leverage data to drive decision-making and uncover optimization opportunities.
- Design and implement performance-critical, low-latency solutions for real-time trading.
- Continuously enhance our performance architecture to support evolving strategies.
- Build new platform features and refine existing systems to meet the demands of high-speed trading.
What you'll need
- Proven experience in full-cycle software development in trading or other high-performance domains
- 5+ years of professional experience in modern C++; Java experience is a plus
- Strong grasp of network programming (e.g., raw sockets, latency tuning, packet handling)
- Demonstrated ability to debug, profile, and optimize complex systems
- A self-directed approach with the ability to identify and solve system issues without handholding
- Experience in fast-paced environments where reliability and performance are paramount
- A proactive mindset that anticipates risk, foresees performance bottlenecks, and proposes forward-thinking solutions
- A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
Work Schedule
Belvedere Trading is supportive of a Hybrid work schedule requiring two days a week in either the Chicago, Boulder, New York, or Singapore offices during normal business hours.
Women and underrepresented groups frequently apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications.
We encourage you to break that mold and apply. No candidate is perfect; all have a lot to offer. We welcome your application.
Core Values
The secret to our award-winning culture is our Core Values: Team Belvedere, Me In Team, Own It, Iterative Innovation, and Passionate Discourse. We live and breathe these values every day.
Our Stance
Belvedere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a non-discriminatory employment environment for its employees. Discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, military, and veteran status is prohibited. Belvedere encourages initiatives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity to all applicants and employees. Belvedere is committed to providing a positive environment in which team members are treated with respect, dignity, and courtesy. Our firm believes in a dynamic culture of inclusion and diversity, where people thrive on individual and organizational characteristics, values, experiences, and backgrounds.
Please note that Belvedere Trading does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of Team Belvedere. No phone calls, please.
Any questions regarding the virtual recruiting process, please reach out to [email protected].
Skills Required
- Proven experience in full-cycle software development in trading or high-performance domains
- 5+ years of professional experience in modern C++ and Java experience
- Strong grasp of network programming, latency tuning, and packet handling
- Ability to debug, profile, and optimize complex systems
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
What the Team is Saying
Sophia
TSSA
Chris
Trade Operations Lead
Lisha
Risk Analyst
Jordan
Combine Development Coach, Boulder Office
Collin
Technology Lead
Belvedere Trading Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside life and long‑term disability are presented as standard from day one, with interns also receiving medical coverage. Feedback suggests this breadth aligns with a comprehensive healthcare offering for a prop‑trading/fintech employer.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Language highlights generous or unlimited PTO, paid sick days and holidays, volunteer time, and a tenure‑linked sabbatical option. Feedback suggests employees can leverage meaningful time away supported by formal policies.
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Parental & Family Support — Offerings include parental leave, fertility benefits, a return‑to‑work program, an onsite Mother’s Room, and family medical leave. These programs point to tangible support for caregivers and growing families.
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The Company
What We Do
In March of 2002, Belvedere Trading emerged as Chicago’s newest market maker, soon to join the ranks of the Windy City’s elite proprietary trading firms. Armed with printouts of Excel workbooks and a team of eager minds, Belvedere established their place in the SPX pit on the floor of the Chicago Board Options Exchange. From the beginning, we have iteratively invested in our proprietary technology and made a commitment to building our software systems from the ground up. Due to our ultramodern proprietary technology and risk management capabilities, Belvedere is able to quickly capitalize on inefficiencies in the marketplace. Our trading models and software systems are continually re-engineered, optimized, and maintained to stay on top of the industry. Building and nurturing a strong culture is one of Belvedere’s highest priorities, and we are always looking for the best and brightest talent to help us in our continued success.
Why Work With Us
At Belvedere, our differences are what allow us to compete and succeed at the highest level. Our Culture Committee and Women’s Initiative elevate the voices of our teammates to further promote an inclusive workplace. It is our priority to foster a sense of community and belonging for each team member while supporting individual development.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Typical time on-site:
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