Software Engineer Trading Applications Team at Gelber Group

At Gelber Group, we combine a deep passion for trading with cutting-edge technology. For four decades, we have maintained our position as a leader in the proprietary trading industry by fostering a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration. Headquartered in Chicago, we operate across global marketplaces with 16 distinct trading groups. We pride ourselves on our flat organizational structure, which functions as a true meritocracy where every team member has the opportunity to make a tangible impact. We are currently looking for a Software Engineer to join our Applications Team, where you will support the front office software that powers our algorithmic trading desks.

Key outcomes

• Collaborate with our engineering and trading departments to design, build, deploy, and maintain robust applications.
• Operate within an agile development lifecycle, contributing to requirement gathering, code reviews, and testing processes.
• Develop and support our existing infrastructure using C# and Python, while creating new features to support our expanding business.
• Contribute to our ongoing technology refresh roadmap through re-architecture initiatives.
• Build and implement real-time monitoring tools to provide clear visibility into service performance.
• Partner with senior engineers to refine your technical skills and adopt industry best practices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Three to five years of professional experience working with C#, Python, Java, or C++.
• At least one to two years of dedicated professional experience with C#.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex requirements into functional code and resolve technical issues.
• Proven experience working in an agile development environment.
• A solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and the full software development lifecycle.
• Experience developing applications for the Linux platform.
• Practical knowledge of inter-process communication and messaging between disparate systems.
• A genuine interest in financial markets, even if you do not have prior industry experience.

Compensation

The annual base salary for this position in Chicago, Illinois, ranges from $100,000 to $150,000. Your final offer will be based on your specific experience, skills, and internal equity. In addition to your salary, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical and dental insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement program.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate studies.
• A hybrid work arrangement following an initial onboarding period.

How to apply

If you are interested in building a long-term career with a successful, technology-driven firm, we invite you to submit your application. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and discussing how your background aligns with our team's goals.