Senior Software Engineer - Tradebook

Bloomberg LP

New York, US
Base: 160,000 - 240,000 usd annual; bonus/equity: ...
On-site
5+ years software engineering experience
Distributed and scalable trading applications
Systems-level language proficiency (c++, rust, java, go)
The role involves developing intelligent, performant systems to power next-generation trading applications across equities, futures, and options

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing intelligent, performant systems to power next-generation trading applications across equities, futures, and options.
  • Engineers will own the full lifecycle from market data processing to execution logic while ensuring reliability and observability.
  • Candidates receive a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $240,000 USD annually plus comprehensive benefits and bonus opportunities.

Matching Summary

The role involves developing intelligent, performant systems to power next-generation trading applications across equities, futures, and options.

Salary

Base: 160,000 - 240,000 USD Annual; Bonus/Equity: Incentive compensation available for exempt roles; Benefits: Comprehensive plan including 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years software engineering experience
  • Distributed and scalable trading applications
  • Systems-level language proficiency (C++, Rust, Java, Go)
  • High-throughput low-latency system design
  • Agile environment autonomy

Nice-to-have

  • C++ multithreaded performance context
  • Python scripting and analysis skills
  • Trading domain and market microstructure knowledge
  • Signal research and backtesting framework exposure
  • Exchange connectivity experience

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of professional software engineering experience
  • Experience building production systems in performance-sensitive environments
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for large system design

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