46 algorithm developer jobs at 16 companies in Des Plaines, IL

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Quantum Algorithm Engineer — AMER
Yorktown Heights or San Jose or San Francisco or Cambridge or Chicago or New York City
$265k-$315k/yr HybridFull Time
IBM
IBMNew York Stock Exchange: IBM: Global technology providing enterprise software, cloud, and consulting.
5+ YOEPhD required in physics, CS, CE or equivalent; 5+ years hands-on quantum computing experience; strong Python, Qiskit and IBM Quantum stack skills; experience with quantum hardware, benchmarking, and performance optimization.
Python, Qiskit, IBM Quantum software stack, GitHub, C, C++, Rust, HPC, CI/CD
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Senior Software Engineer, C++
Amsterdam or New York City or Chicago
$185k-$225k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Flow Traders: Provides liquidity and market making across global financial markets.
5+ YOE5+ years C++ development experience, strong algorithms and multithreading knowledge, interest in high-performance systems, and good communication skills.
C++, Rust, Python, TypeScript, FIX, WebSocket, HTTP, TLS
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Software Engineer – Trading Systems
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$100k-$140k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Wolverine Trading
Wolverine Trading: Proprietary trading, asset management, and execution services firm.
2+ YOEBachelor's in CS or related field; 2+ years software development; strong C++, concurrent programming; knowledge of algorithms and data structures; good communication.
C++
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Engineer, Execution Technology
Chicago or New York
$150k-$225k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Balyasny Asset Management
Balyasny Asset Management: Global multi-strategy investment firm managing diverse alternative asset classes.
5+ YOE5+ years building financial/trading systems in Java, expertise in multi-threaded/concurrency and lock-free algorithms, distributed systems experience, strong communication, familiarity with AI-assisted development tools, comfortable with C#.
Java, C#
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Software Developer (Chicago)
Chicago or New York or Toronto
$150k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
DV Trading
DV Trading: Proprietary trading firm providing liquidity to global financial markets.
0+ YOE0-7 years experience; proficient in C++ (modern C++); fast learner; strong work ethic; interest in algorithmic trading.
C++
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Guidewire Rating Developer (San Francisco, CA, US)
San Francisco or Atlanta or Chicago or New York City or Mississauga
$80k-$95k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Capgemini
CapgeminiEuronext Paris: CAP: Provides global IT consulting and digital transformation services.
Guidewire PolicyCenter/BillingCenter/ClaimCenter configuration and Gosu development experience; expertise in Guidewire rating architecture, ratebooks and rating algorithms; team leadership and upgrade experience.
Gosu, Guidewire PolicyCenter, Guidewire BillingCenter, Guidewire ClaimCenter, GUnit, JUnit
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Software Developer
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$225k/yr OnsiteFull Time
DRW
DRW: Technology-driven principal trading firm operating in global financial markets
Degree in CS/Math/Physics or related expected by June 2027; proficiency in C++, Java or Python; experience with multi-threading, network programming (TCP/IP), API design, data processing, and algorithms.
C++, Java, Python, TCP/IP
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Campus UI Software Engineer (Intern)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$250k/yr OnsiteInternship
Jump Trading
Jump Trading: Global proprietary trading firm specializing in algorithmic and high-frequency strategies
Proficiency in TypeScript and Python, web frameworks, Linux development, strong data structures/algorithms and threading knowledge, teamwork and reliable availability; internship-level candidates encouraged.
TypeScript, Python, React, Linux
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Junior C++ Developer
Chicago or London or New York
$150k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Balyasny Asset Management
Balyasny Asset Management: Global multi-strategy investment firm managing diverse financial assets.
Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, distributed systems, and software design; proficiency in low-level C++; familiarity with automated testing and CI/CD; strong communication and collaboration skills.
C++, CI/CD
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Senior Software Engineer - New Customer Experience
San Francisco or Chicago or United States or Canada
$140k-$175k/yr RemoteFull Time
Pantheon
Pantheon: Cloud platform for managing WordPress and Drupal websites.
5+ YOE5+ years software development experience; advanced proficiency with Python, GoLang, or JavaScript; strong distributed systems, data structures, and algorithms knowledge; experience with cloud (GCP/AWS), Kubernetes, GraphQL/REST APIs, Auth0, Terraform; strong communication.
Python, GoLang, JavaScript, GraphQL, Auth0, Terraform, Google Cloud, GCP, AWS, Kubernetes, RESTful, LinkedIn Learning, E-verify
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Graduate Software Engineer
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
IMC
IMC: Global trading firm providing liquidity to financial markets.
University student graduating Sept 2026–July 2027 in CS/Engineering, strong algorithms and data structures, proficiency in a programming language (Java or C++), strong analytical and collaboration skills.
Java, C++
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Software Engineer, Intern (Summer 2027)
Chicago or London
OnsiteInternship
Aquatic Capital Management
Aquatic Capital Management: Quantitative investment manager developing proprietary systematic trading strategies.
Pursuing BS, MS, or PhD in STEM with expected graduation Fall 2027–Spring 2028; strong Python/C++; knowledge of algorithms and systems; collaborative mindset; eager to learn software design and testing.
Python, C++, Git, Linux, Refactoring, Test Driven Development
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Senior Software Engineer (GO/Typescript)
Chicago or Raleigh or Royal Oak or New York City or United States
$123k-$175k/yr HybridFull Time
SpotOn
SpotOn: Provides point-of-sale and business management software for restaurants.
5+ YOE5+ years building high-traffic production software; strong Golang and JavaScript/TypeScript skills; AI tool experience; familiarity with data structures, algorithms, and system design; strong English communication (B2+).
Golang, JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes
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Software Engineer – 2027 Graduate Program (August Start)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$175k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Old Mission
Old Mission: Quantitative proprietary trading firm specializing in global market making.
Undergraduate or advanced degree in a quantitative field, minimum 3.0 GPA, knowledge of C++, Python, SQL, JavaScript, React, Linux, systems programming, data structures and algorithms, strong communication and problem-solving skills.
C++, Python, SQL, JavaScript, React, Linux
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Space Engineer/Principal Engineer Systems
Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
$88k-$163k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
2+ YOEU.S. citizen able to obtain Top Secret clearance; BS in EE/Aerospace (or related) with 2+ years experience (or MS/PhD alternatives); experience in signal processing, algorithm development, MATLAB/Python, DOORS, integration & test.
MATLAB, Python, Robot Framework, DOORS, ClearCase, ClearQuest
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Space Sr. Principal Engineer Systems
Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
$136k-$204k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
8+ YOEBS/MS/PhD in EE, Aerospace, Physics or related with 8/6/3+ years experience respectively; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance; experience in signal processing, algorithm development, integration & test, MATLAB/Python, DOORS, ClearCase/ClearQuest.
MATLAB, Python, Robot Framework, DOORS, DXL, ClearCase, ClearQuest
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Quantitative Technologist (C++ Intern)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
OnsiteInternship
Radix Trading
Radix Trading: Proprietary firm focused on quantitative research and scientific trading.
0+ YOEStrong analytical skills; proficiency in C/C++; understanding of data structures, algorithms, and distributed systems; production software development experience; internship or research in finance/trading preferred.
C++, C, Data Structures, Algorithms, Distributed Systems, Software Architecture, Production Software Development
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Sr. Backend Dev – Java/Spring Boot, Angular, Cloud - TX
Texas or Chicago or New York City
$44k-$154k/yr HybridFull Time, Contract
Photon: A digital modernization services firm that builds and operates digital experiences for large enterprises.
5+ YOE5+ years software development experience; strong Java and Spring Boot skills, Angular, cloud (GCP/Azure), CI/CD, RESTful APIs/microservices, data structures and algorithms; 3+ years building APIs; ability to lead technical decisions and mentor engineers.
Java, Spring Boot, Angular, GCP, Azure, CI/CD, RESTful APIs, Microservices, Kafka, Pub/Sub
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Research & Policy Associate, Human Centered Weather Forecasts
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$50k-$65k/yr HybridFull Time
University of Chicago
University of Chicago: Provides higher education and conducts academic research.
0+ YOECollege degree required; under 2 years related experience. Duties include data collection (tabular and spatial), database management, algorithm development, statistical analysis, simulations, manuscript and policy brief preparation, stakeholder communication, and extensive travel.
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Intelligent Vehicle Control Researcher
Lemont, Illinois, United States
$116k-$181k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Argonne National Laboratory
Argonne National Laboratory: Conducts scientific research and develops advanced energy technologies.
5+ YOEPh.D. in engineering field, 5+ years research in CAV control/optimization/traffic simulation, expertise in advanced control and scenario generation, experience deploying algorithms to hardware, and strong publication and communication record.
RoadRunner, SUMO, POLARIS, Matlab, Python, C++, Simulink