Junior Software Engineer

Job details

Department / EE/FIX

Chicago, IL, United States

Full-time

On-site

$90,000 USD - $110,000 USD

About SpiderRock Technology Solutions LLC

SpiderRock Technology Solutions LLC is the parent company of SpiderRock EXS LLC, SpiderRock Platform Services LLC, SpiderRock Gateway LLC, SpiderRock Platform Services UK Ltd, and SpiderRock EXS B.V. Together, these SpiderRock entities create and deploy some of the most innovative trading and risk management solutions, routing logic, as well as data and analytics services for global derivatives.

Clients of SpiderRock are large asset managers, proprietary trading firms, bank trading desks, and other institutional clients located around the world.

We are actively looking for rising talent looking to launch their Software Engineer career at SpiderRock. You will be able to contribute to the design and development of the SpiderRock Platform. We expect this individual to have a desire to learn, participate in engineering discussions, and contribute to the various components of the SpiderRock cloud, APIs and software.

We seek a candidate with a strong desire to contribute to our team's fast paced development cycle. This is a full-time salaried position and will report to one of our Development Team Leads. WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Utilize .Net/C# software developer skills
• Assist in debugging and analyzing our user APIs and interfaces (GUI, MySQL, REST API)
• Work on challenging and complex projects
• Learn about the financial markets
• Develop and configure new API configurations based on client needs
• Work with IT and client support teams to troubleshoot issues
• Deep-Dive learning sessions on the SpiderRock software philosophy
• Contribute to our client support team's software quality assurance
• Assist integration efforts for SpiderRock's growing client base
• Work with clients to enhance the onboarding experience

WHAT SPIDERROCK IS LOOKING FOR

• BS or BA in Math, Engineering, Computer Science or relevant field or experience
• Strong acumen in software development
• Debugging experience
• Demonstrable .NET/C#/JAVA/C++/Python/PowerShell experience
• Exposure to Windows environment
• A strong analytical and problem solving approach
• Understanding of a project life cycle and methodology (i.e. Agile, Scrum)
• Strong work ethic
• Communication with end users, assessing requirements and managing expectations professionally
• Independent project and time management
• Professional, motivated attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills
• 5 days ON-SITE for first 6 months, transition to hybrid model (3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Learn while doing
• Highly competitive pay, benefits and bonus structure
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Voluntary ancillary plans (Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Accident and Critical Illness)
• Discounted pet insurance
• 401K plan and safe harbor employer match
• Employee assistance program
• Company laptop and equipment
• Progressive time off benefits (unlimited PTO, maternity leave, paternal leave)
• Integrative work environment
• Wellness programs
• Zen Den for meditation, naps, nursing, or just to decompress
• Work with high-caliber and innovative professionals
• Access to unlimited snacks and beverages in our lounge area
• State of the art office with spectacular views downtown Chicago and the Chicago River
• Gym membership at our building fitness center on our floor
• Divvy bike access
• A fun and collaborative environment

SpiderRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer