Software Engineer – Research Platform Job at Optiver (Chicago)

Software Engineer / Senior Software Engineer

ARiA is looking for highly motivated self-starters and low-ego team players to j...

Location

United States , Madison; Alexandria; Seattle

Salary:

Not provided

Applied Research in Acoustics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Applicants selected for employment will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, for access to sensitive information
Bachelor’s degree or greater in a relevant technical field (Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent)
Expertise designing and developing code using modern programming/scripting languages such as C, C++, Golang, JavaScript (and variants), and Python
Expertise developing and deploying software in an agile, continuous-integration (CI) framework across a variety of hardware platforms (desktop, server, cloud) using modern tools including containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Exceptional ability and desire to acquire new knowledge and skills to solve challenges
Ability to work independently but collaboratively
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced professional office environment
Ability to communicate technical solutions to colleagues and customers
Superior oral and written communications skills

Job Responsibility

Algorithm and software design, development, research, and testing to support prototypes and products
Supporting the transition of research algorithms to fielded systems
Preparing documentation to summarize design and status of prototypes and products
Assisting with in-field integration, testing, and support, with some local travel required
Developing an interface between a C++ underwater-acoustics physics engine and a video game for education and training
Developing a JavaScript backend for a scenario-design and management tool for players and integration of that system with a learning-management system (LMS)
Developing algorithms and software for a cloud-deployed cognitive tool that allows natural-language query of legal documents to answer user questions about government regulations and supporting the DevOps process for deployment of the prototype

Fulltime

Platform Software Engineer

We reshaped bookkeeping to fit the e-comm needs: with Finaloop, customers get fl...

Location

Israel , Tel Aviv

Salary:

Not provided

Finaloop

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience in server-side development and distributed systems
Excellent knowledge of software and application design and architecture
Experience with different backend architectures and approaches
Experience in working with different types of data storage technologies and approaches (e.g. OLAP, OLTP, relational, document, etc.)
Proven track record of working efficiently in a fast-paced intensive startup environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Job Responsibility

The most fundamental components of our system, whether it is the cloud infrastructure or the different common software solutions used by developers
Developing system-wide solutions to be used by the product development teams
Developing scalable long-term solutions
Detecting opportunities to improve R&D efficiency and the reliability of our systems by improving and expanding the common infrastructure of our product
Researching new technologies and solutions with the potential to be incorporated into our product

Software Engineer - Data Engineering

Akuna Capital is a leading proprietary trading firm specializing in options mark...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Math, or equivalent technical field
5+ years of professional experience developing software applications
Java/Scala experience required
Highly motivated and willing to take ownership of high-impact projects upon arrival
Prior hands-on experience with data platforms and technologies such as Delta Lake, Spark, Kubernetes, Kafka, ClickHouse, and/or Presto/Trino
Experience building large-scale batch and streaming pipelines with strict SLA and data quality requirements
Must possess excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Recent hands-on experience with AWS Cloud development, deployment and monitoring necessary
Demonstrated experience working on an Agile team employing software engineering best practices, such as GitOps and CI/CD, to deliver complex software projects
The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role

Job Responsibility

Work within a growing Data Engineering division supporting the strategic role of data at Akuna
Drive the ongoing design and expansion of our data platform across a wide variety of data sources, supporting an array of streaming, operational and research workflows
Work closely with Trading, Quant, Technology & Business Operations teams throughout the firm to identify how data is produced and consumed, helping to define and deliver high impact projects
Build and deploy batch and streaming pipelines to collect and transform our rapidly growing Big Data set within our hybrid cloud architecture utilizing Kubernetes/EKS, Kafka/MSK and Databricks/Spark
Mentor junior engineers in software and data engineering best practices
Produce clean, well-tested, and documented code with a clear design to support mission critical applications
Build automated data validation test suites that ensure that data is processed and published in accordance with well-defined Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) pertaining to data quality, data availability and data correctness
Challenge the status quo and help push our organization forward, as we grow beyond the limits of our current tech stack

What we offer

Discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

Fulltime

Senior Software Engineer - Application Engineer

This is a career-defining opportunity to play a crucial role in a hyper-scale AI...

Location

United States , Salt Lake City

Salary:

Not provided

PassiveLogic

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years in software engineering, computer science, front-end web-application development, or a related field
Strong JavaScript, TypeScript, or Swift experience
Strong algorithms, data structures, and coding background
Experience with user interface frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Vue, Swift UI etc.)
Extraordinary teammate with excellent interpersonal skills
Exceptional communication skills: Ability to collaborate across teams, clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and document solutions effectively.
Organized and strategic: Experience in managing complex engineering projects, including timelines, scope, and deliverables, with attention to detail.
Collaborative mindset: Use your skillset to work flexibly across multiple teams and application.
Adaptability: Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment, eager to learn, iterate, and innovate.
Problem solving: You own this role. When issues arise, be the empowered force that solves them, driving solutions to completion.

Job Responsibility

Design and Implement Front End Architecture: Lead the design and implementation of front end architecture to support native-quality web applications for multi-platform deployment.
Contribute Across Teams: Collaborate cross-functionally to build our technology and celebrate our shared successes. Be impact-driven, seek to be a good employee, neighbor, and global citizen.
Optimize Systems-level Performance: Be a systems-level thinker who researches before they act and values sound processes and broad thinking.
Prioritize Execution, Stability, and Velocity: Focus on delivering short-term wins while maintaining a long-term vision within our shared architecture. Take pride in the impact of our products and in delivering a 'wow' customer experience.
Nerd Out About Your Craft: Dive deep into the details and continuously refine your expertise.

What we offer

Competitive compensation
Generous equity share package
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Disability and life Insurance options
Flex PTO
Team-building events
Free catered lunch in the office Monday — Friday
Free ski pass (We are at the base of Big Cottonwood Canyon)
Free National Park pass

Fulltime

UX Research Manager - Platform

We are looking for a UX Research Manager to lead a team of mixed methods researc...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in Research, including leading research strategy in complex or enterprise-level software environments
2+ years of experience managing research teams of 4 or more
expertise in applying quantitative and qualitative research methods to business problems
proficient in hands-on research, with demonstrated skill in collecting and analyzing human behavioral data
compelling storyteller with experience driving engagement with research-driven insights
proven expertise influencing business strategy and driving change across organizational boundaries
experience building trusted advisor relationships with senior business leaders

Job Responsibility

Identify critical Platform research priorities
Partner with product managers, designers, data science, engineers and other cross functional teams to define the research roadmap
Lead and inspire a high-performing team of mixed method researchers
Connect UX insights with our established brand and market research insights
Provide thought leadership in UX and related research practices

What we offer

Health coverage
paid volunteer days
wellness resources

Fulltime

Software Engineer Staff

This Software Engineer Staff will be engaged in data science-related research an...

Location

India , Bangalore

Salary:

Not provided

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Utilize analytical and programming skills and open-source systems, such as Apache Storm, Apache Spark, Elasticsearch, Cassandra, Graph DB etc. develop data processing pipeline required efficacy and latency
Require good knowledge and experience of the big data tool sets and techniques of distributed storage and computation engine
Require the experience to develop the reusable and highly scalable data processing component
Require good knowledge and experience to work with cloud based CICD tools and cloud devops teams to collect stats and create monitors for our data processing pipelines
Develop good quality python APIs to support micro services
Require the knowledge of APIs to various No SQL storage systems, Elasticsearch, Cassandra, and Redis, etc.
Good understanding Python Flask web service and be able to develop good quality code
Troubleshoot production environment and customer reported issues
Require the knowledge of the multi-cloud production environment
Require the agility to troubleshoot open-source data processing engine, such as Apache Spark, Apache Storm and Apache Flink

Job Responsibility

Designs, develops, troubleshoots and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products
Develops software including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet-related tools
Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design
Engaged in data science-related research and software application development and engineering duties related to our enterprise-grade Wi-Fi technology and autonomous platform to provide an unprecedented visibility into the user experience
Collaborate with other engineers and product managers to build the next generation of autonomous Wi-Fi networks leveraging big data and predictive models
Use knowledge of wireless communication networks, machine learning and software engineering to develop and implement scalable algorithms to process a large amount of streaming data to detect anomalies, predict problems, and classify them in real-time
Leverage the data collected from the Wi-Fi network to empower the inference engine of our Mist platform and systems, including the Mist virtual assistant chat bot
Determine the likelihood of failures across the Wi-Fi network and performing failure scope analysis

What we offer

Health & Wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development
Unconditional Inclusion

Fulltime

Software Engineer (Hebrew Speaker) - Axis Security

Designs, develops, troubleshoots and debugs software programs for software enhan...

Location

Israel , Tel Aviv

Salary:

Not provided

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent (with army training)
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Software Engineer
Familiarity with security aspects (encryption, authentication mechanisms, networking protocols research)
English Advanced, Hebrew Native
Experience designing and developing software systems design tools and languages
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Experience in overall architecture of software systems for products and solutions
Designing and integrating software systems running on multiple platform types into overall architecture
Evaluating and selecting forms and processes for software systems testing and methodology, including writing and execution of test plans, debugging, and testing scripts and tools
History of innovation with multiple patents or deployed solutions in the field of software design

Job Responsibility

Develops organization-wide architectures and methodologies for software systems design and development across multiple platforms and organizations within the Global Business Unit
Identifies and evaluates new technologies, innovations, and outsourced development partner relationships for alignment with technology roadmap and business value
creates plans for integration and update into architecture
Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with development guidelines and standards
provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk
Leverages recognized domain expertise, business acumen, and experience to influence decisions of executive business leadership, outsourced development partners, and industry standards groups
Provides guidance and mentoring to less- experienced staff members to set an example of software systems design and development innovation and excellence

What we offer

Health & Wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Fulltime

Federal Senior Software Engineer

As Virtru continues to grow rapidly worldwide, including in the U.S. public sect...

Location

United States , Washington DC

Salary:

190000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year

Virtru

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active U.S. TS/SCI Clearance required - ideally with CI poly or willingness to sit for one
5+ years Experience with Go or Java and backend development
Experience developing software in or supporting Federal Government customer environments, with a focus on DoD mission areas
Experience integrating software solutions with other business systems, for example: data warehousing, BI, CRM, ERP, or analytics platforms
Ability to decompose complicated technical concepts into manageable parts and effectively communicate those parts in a manner that is digestible for peers as well as management
Self-starter and system-level thinker who proactively scans for and communicates problems with technology, investigates potential causes, and proposes solutions/next steps
Strong communication skills
Project management skills, including experience working on matrixed teams
Expert in building relationships, listening and managing time
A passion to serve the customer, which has played out in a prior customer-facing role like consulting or support, ideally sales engineering

Job Responsibility

Deliver efficient and professional solutions for clients to maximize value from Virtru’s products in Go or Java
Maintain awareness and knowledge of Virtru products, specifically APIs and SDKs
Able to develop standalone, modular, and code libraries to enable clients adoption of Virtru products
Engage with multiple business units including software engineering, operations, product management, and business stakeholders
Maintain a broad and deep technical understanding of the Virtru product line and the underlying technologies and protocols
Understand Virtru’s engineering strategy and business goals, and use this context to inform your work with VGS customers
Stay up-to-date on industry trends through self-study, research, and online courses

What we offer

A Flexible PTO policy — we strongly encourage you to take time off (in addition to 14 holidays)
A $1,500 annual Learning & Development Stipend
Frequent company-sponsored team celebrations
Access to an Employee Assistance Program
Access to Headspace, a mental health app tailored to your specific needs
A flat 3% contribution to your retirement account
A high degree of flexibility
Competitive compensation
Generous parental, medical, and bereavement policies
Uncapped commissions for Sales roles

Fulltime

Software Engineer – Research Platform

Optiver

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
January 24, 2026

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