We are seeking passionate and motivated programmers to join our team of Software Engineers responsible for building back-office systems that support our order routing, execution, and management system. With our constantly growing client base and the ever-changing demands of markets and financial technology worldwide, these systems are in a constant state of improvement and expansion. If you are excited about finance, have a passion for technology, and a drive to learn, then we want to talk to you! 

What You’ll Do

• Gain knowledge of the inner workings of the financial industry
• Engage in full cycle development of back-office systems. Take technical ownership of systems such as real-time server monitoring infrastructure and billing infrastructure
• Communicate with stakeholders to identify issues and develop improvements to these systems
• Immerse yourself in a highly collaborative environment with technical and business peers. Generate ideas to optimize, modernize, and simplify our system, as well as ways to improve usability and scalability
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies, new language features, and new APIs or tools
• Communicate technical knowledge to both technical and non-technical audiences

What We’re Looking For

• Top-notch coding skills in C# .NET (preferred) or C/C++, with a solid foundation in data structures
• Excitement for software engineering
• Dedication to testing
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Passion for writing clean high quality code
• Desire to actively participate in the code review process as a reviewer and reviewee
• Willingness to collaborate and learn from other team members
• Ability to take ownership over projects and be self-directed on what needs to happen next
• Strong communication skills with both engineers and people without a technical background
• Experience with SQL database
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or equivalent

Residents from New York, Colorado and California are not eligible to apply. 

ABOUT WEX

Headquartered in Chicago, Wolverine Execution Services (WEX) is an independent broker-dealer specializing in the execution of equities, options and futures for institutional investors. WEX offers clients multiple venues for execution including a proprietary electronic trading platform, algorithms, direct floor access, and an agency brokerage desk. Leveraging expertise in trading technology and risk management, WEX provides clients with anonymity, superior execution and order management in all asset classes, delivering exceptional solutions for both technical and institutional trading styles. For more information visit www.tradewex.com. 

Why Wolverine?

It's not about the clothes... it's about the person in them. At Wolverine, we've created a strong, collaborative environment with exceptional growth opportunities. Whether your interest is trading, technology, or operations, motivated and innovative individuals can find many pathways to success.

Wolverine Culture:

Our flat organizational structure promotes teamwork across the Firm and offers easy access to senior staff (don't worry, they won't be wearing a suit either). While we work exceptionally well as a team in the office, our bonds are further strengthened through company events, activities and giving back. Volleyball, soccer, hockey, 5K runs, picnic, parties, and trivia nights provide friendly competition and build better relationships. By getting out of our usual environment and doing out-of-the-ordinary things together, we foster creativity and broaden our imaginations to accomplish new challenges.

Wolverine Benefits:

· Highly competitive salary bonus

· Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling

· 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage

· Generous Paid Parental Leave

· Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K

· Profit sharing plan

· Long- and short-term disability

Perks of being at Wolverine:

· Casual dress

· Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!)

· On-site gym with a subsidized membership

· Frequent company outings

· Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need, improve public health and provide others with educational opportunities and resources.

Professional Development

· In-house education team – educational classes and resources are offered by our education team for continuous learning opportunities

· Mentorship Program

What to expect for our interview process:

· Resume Review

· Assessment

· Phone Screen

· Team Interview Series

· Decision

About Wolverine

Founded in 1994, the Wolverine companies comprise a number of diversified financial institutions specializing in proprietary trading, asset management, order execution services, and technology solutions. We are recognized as a market leader in derivatives valuation, trading, and value-added order execution across global equity, options, and futures markets. With a focus on innovation, achievement, and integrity, we take pride in serving the interests of both our clients and colleagues. The Wolverine companies are headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York and San Francisco and a proprietary trading affiliate office located in London.