Software Engineer, Early Career
Content + Source + Freshness • 27 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Strong value due to a significant salary, engaging work in finance technology, and development opportunities within a reputable firm.
- $200,000 base salary is impressive for early career
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology
- Engaging and collaborative office culture
Pros
- Base salary of $200,000 is highly competitive for the industry
- Engagement with innovative trading algorithms and technologies
- Dynamic environment with collaborative culture fosters growth
Cons
- High-pressure environment may not suit everyone
- Explicit experience in finance can be expected, which may limit outreach
- Possible long hours associated with trading operations
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • On-site (located at Chicago office)
Good fit
- Software engineers eager to innovate in finance
- Professionals with knowledge in algorithms and data structures
- Individuals interested in a high-paying tech role
Not recommended for
- Those uninterested in the finance technology sector
- Candidates seeking strictly 9-5 work
- Individuals not ready for a high-demand work environment
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Having the best technology drives our business. As a Software Engineer at IMC, you will drive the development of our cutting-edge trading algorithms. You will be responsible for spotting new opportunities, solving problems and developing innovative technologies. Software development here is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows.
Your Core Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain our trading platform and software stack
- Bring our trading strategies and technology platform to the next level
- Collaborate with Traders, Quant Researchers and other Engineers both locally and globally
- Develop expertise within the entire software development lifecycle
- Learn new technologies and programming languages in a dynamic environment
Your Skills and Experience:
- 1-3 years of full-time professional work experience post-graduation
- BA/BSc/MA/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science or related degree
- Must have strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures
- Proficiency in a programming language is required (Java or C++ preferred)
- Strong analytical skills and interest in solving complex problems programmatically
- Desire to interact and work closely with non-engineers in a dynamic environment
- Interest in the financial markets; previous knowledge is NOT required
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.
Base Salary: $200,000
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About Us
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.
