Job Description
Role: C++ Software Engineer
Location: Chicago, IL
Compensation: $300,000 P/A + Comps
Sector: Financial Technology
Overview
We’re partnering with a highly technical, performance-driven organization in the financial technology space seeking an experienced C++ Engineer to join their Chicago team. This is an opportunity to work alongside top-tier engineers on cutting-edge systems where speed, efficiency, and scalability are mission-critical.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Designing and building high-performance systems in C++
• Developing and integrating microservices within distributed architectures
• Working on platforms that handle large-scale data processing with strict low-latency requirements
• Collaborating closely with engineers and stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient solutions
• Contributing across the full development lifecycle—from design through to deployment and optimization
What They’re Looking For
• Strong commercial experience with modern C++, plus working knowledge of Python
• Experience designing or consuming RESTful APIs within microservices-based systems
• Background working on high-throughput, low-latency, or large-scale distributed systems
• Experience in financial services or trading environments is a plus, but not required
• Strong academic background, ideally in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
If you're looking for a role where you can have real technical impact while working on complex, high-performance systems, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
Location: Chicago, IL
Compensation: $300,000 P/A + Comps
Sector: Financial Technology
Overview
We’re partnering with a highly technical, performance-driven organization in the financial technology space seeking an experienced C++ Engineer to join their Chicago team. This is an opportunity to work alongside top-tier engineers on cutting-edge systems where speed, efficiency, and scalability are mission-critical.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Designing and building high-performance systems in C++
• Developing and integrating microservices within distributed architectures
• Working on platforms that handle large-scale data processing with strict low-latency requirements
• Collaborating closely with engineers and stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient solutions
• Contributing across the full development lifecycle—from design through to deployment and optimization
What They’re Looking For
• Strong commercial experience with modern C++, plus working knowledge of Python
• Experience designing or consuming RESTful APIs within microservices-based systems
• Background working on high-throughput, low-latency, or large-scale distributed systems
• Experience in financial services or trading environments is a plus, but not required
• Strong academic background, ideally in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
If you're looking for a role where you can have real technical impact while working on complex, high-performance systems, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The C++ Software Engineer - $300,000 P/A + Comps - Chicago position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
