Python Software Engineer, Trading Platform
DRWChicago, Illinois, United States • New York, New York, United States
Posted January 16, 2026
150000 - 180000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world.
Job Description
DRW is a diversified trading firm seeking a Software Engineer to design and develop tools and infrastructure for traders and quantitative researchers. The role involves managing technology requirements, accelerating workflows, and collaborating with engineers, traders, and researchers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related Engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience building demanding, live systems in Python
- In-depth knowledge of Python and keeps up with current standards (3.11 onwards)
- Up-to-date knowledge of the Python ecosystem: third party libraries, packaging in-built Python libraries
- Knowledge of a systems language such as C, C++, Rust, etc.
- Solid understanding of data structures
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must care about the user-experience/UX component
- Knowledge of CI software, such as TeamCity or Jenkins
- Familiarity with Linux
- Ability to mentor others and lead small projects
Benefits
- Group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance
- 401k (with discretionary employer match)
- Short and long-term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Health savings accounts
- Flexible spending accounts
