Senior C++ Engineer / Prop Trading / Woodridge, IL
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Job overview
Kelly Services is hiring a Senior C++ Engineer / Prop Trading / Woodridge, IL. An established proprietary trading organization in Woodridge, IL is expanding its engineering team as part of a large‑scale technology growth initiative, developing highly performant trading systems and infrastructure. The role seeks experienced C++ engineers to solve low‑latency, distributed and performance‑critical challenges, collaborate with technical stakeholders, and influence architecture and platform development while offering flexibility through a primarily remote work model.
Key focus areas include Develop C++ code (80% of time), Maintain Linux infrastructure (10% of time), and Implement trading systems and connectivity (10% of time).
Important skills include Linux Development, Low-Latency Systems, High-Performance Systems, Data Structures and Algorithms, System Design, and Troubleshooting Production Systems. Preferred (not required): C++, Trading, Electronic Trading, and Quantitative Finance.
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Full job description
$150000 - $175000
An established proprietary trading organization in Woodridge, IL is expanding its engineering team as part of a large-scale technology growth initiative. The company develops highly performant trading systems and infrastructure and is seeking experienced C++ engineers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges involving low-latency processing, distributed systems, and large-scale performance optimization.
This is an opportunity to join a business that views engineering as a strategic advantage. Successful candidates will contribute to mission-critical trading technology, partner closely with technical stakeholders, and have significant influence over architecture and future platform development. The organization promotes modern engineering practices, encourages AI-assisted development workflows, and offers flexibility through a primarily remote working model. Required Skills & Experience
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5+ years of professional software engineering experience
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Strong C++ development experience
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Experience building high-performance or low-latency systems
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Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and system design
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Linux development experience
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Experience troubleshooting and optimizing production systems
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Ability to work collaboratively within engineering teams
Desired Skills & Experience
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Trading, electronic trading, or quantitative finance experience
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Strategy development experience
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Exchange protocol knowledge
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Market connectivity experience
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Networking and infrastructure engineering experience
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Gaming industry engineering background
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Hardware-oriented or systems-level programming experience
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Familiarity with AI-assisted software development tools
What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
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80% C++ Development
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10% Linux Infrastructure
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10% Trading Systems & Connectivity
Daily Responsibilities
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75% Hands-On Development
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10% Architecture & Design
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15% Team Collaboration
The Offer You will receive the following benefits:
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Competitive base salary
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Bonus eligible
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Medical Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Paid Vacation
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Retirement Benefits
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Professional Development Opportunities
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WFH 1 day/week
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.
#LI-OP
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
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