IMC Trading

Quantitative Developer

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Chicago, IL

Hybrid

3-5 Years Experience

Fintech • Software

IMC is a proprietary trading firm and market maker in various products listed on exchanges globally.

The Role

Quantitative Developer responsible for designing, developing, and implementing trading strategies, translating quantitative models into production-ready code, backtesting enhancements, and collaborating with technology teams. Requires Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Quantitative Finance or related field, 3+ years of experience in proprietary trading, strong C++ and Python skills, knowledge of financial markets, and problem-solving abilities.

Summary Generated by Built In

IMC is seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Developer to join the Chicago team. As a Quantitative Developer, you will use your expertise to design, develop, and implement trading strategies. Our dynamic, fast-paced environment enables collaboration and rapid feedback loops across global teams.
Your Core Responsibilities:

Partner with quant researchers and traders to design, develop, and implement trading strategies
Translate quantitative models into production-ready code and optimize existing algorithms for superior execution
Research, propose, and backtest enhancements to existing trading strategies
Collaborate with other technology teams to integrate algorithms into the overall trading system infrastructure
Stay abreast of industry advancements and technology trends

Your Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field
3+ years of experience in a similar role at a proprietary trading firm
Strong C++ and Python programming skills
Demonstrated experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, and data analysis techniques
Deep knowledge of financial markets, derivatives products, and trading strategies
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

About Us
IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we've been a stabilizing force in the financial markets - providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.

Top Skills

C++

Python

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The Company

Chicago, IL

1,600 Employees

Hybrid Workplace

Year Founded: 1989

What We Do

We're one of the world's leading market makers, trading on more than 80 exchanges around the world. Founded in Amsterdam in 1989, IMC was among the first to value the importance of technology and innovation in the evolution of trading. As we invested we grew, from 2 to over 1600. Today we operate globally – across time zones and continents.

Why Work With Us

At IMC it's not the hierarchy but the idea that prevails. So, we’ve done away with artificial barriers and built a company that has very little bureaucracy. As a result our people can explore their potential without limits, developing and implementing the systems and strategies that have made us one of the world’s leading liquidity providers.