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IMC Trading

Graduate Software Engineer

On site

Chicago, United states

Junior

Internship

22-11-2025

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Skills

Java Research Programming Analytical Skills Software Development Recruitment C++

Job Specifications

Having the best technology drives our business. As a Software Engineer at IMC, you will drive the development of our cutting-edge trading algorithms. You will be responsible for spotting new opportunities, solving problems and developing innovative technologies. Software development here is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows.

Your Core Responsibilities

Build and maintain our trading platform and software stack
Bring our trading strategies and technology platform to the next level
Collaborate with Traders, Quant Researchers and other Engineers both locally and globally
Develop expertise within the entire software development lifecycle
Learn new technologies and programming languages in a dynamic environment

Your Skills And Experience

Current university student graduating between September 2025 – July 2026 that is pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technology field
Must have strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures
Proficiency in a programming language is required (Java or C++ preferred)
Strong analytical skills and interest in solving complex problems programmatically
Desire to interact and work closely with non-engineers in a dynamic environment
Interest in the Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required
Must be available for full-time employment starting in February or August 2026

You may submit one application per role each year. We strongly encourage you to focus on applying to a single role that best matches your skills and interests. Though you may apply to multiple roles, please note that each application will be evaluated based on the specific criteria established for that particular role. If you have already applied for this position during the current recruitment season and were not selected, you may reapply when the next recruitment season begins in 2026.

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Base Salary: $175,000

About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

About the Company

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we've been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new ma... Know more