C++ Software Engineer
Posted 2025-05-31Role Summary
Our Software Engineers create next-generation software to support business areas across the firm in developing and delivering custom-solutions that optimize performance and efficiency.
Opportunities may be available from time to time in any location in which the business is based for suitable candidates. If you are interested in a career with Citadel, please share your details and we will contact you if there is a vacancy available.
Objectives
Build, maintain, and support one of the worlds most powerful trading platforms while continuously improving performance, functionality, and stability of the system
Design, develop, test, and deploy elegant software solutions across the firm
Partner with business leaders to define priorities and deliver custom solutions
Analyze complex business and technical problems
Make sound decisions proactively and in a self-directed manner
Provide timely systems support for trading activities
Skills and Preferred Qualifications
A deep passion for technology and software development
In-depth experience working in C++
The ambition to solve open-ended problems using analytical methods
Sound understanding of multi-threaded application design and development
Professional experience working with distributed systems
Strong communication and interpersonal skills applicable to a dynamic trading environment
Minimum Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field
Experience with proprietary trading is preferable but not necessary
In accordance with applicable law, the base salary range for this role is $125,000 to $150,000.
In addition, the employee who fills this role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive compensation program,
as well as a wide array of benefit programs, such as medical and life insurance, retirement and tax-free savings plans,
and access to other healthcare programs.
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