Junior Market Data Engineer

The Junior Market Data Engineer will contribute to the design and development of the SpiderRock platform. This role will learn, participate in engineering discussions, and contribute to the various components of the SpiderRock Market Data feeds, reference data loaders, APIs and software. This is a full-time salaried position in our Chicago office and reports to the Head of Data Technologies. WHAT YOU WILL DOLearn and gain experience on a variety of Windows based C# technologies and AWS technologiesAssist in debugging and analyzing our market data feeds, user APIs (GUI, MySQL, REST API)Learn about financial markets and market data protocolsWork with DevOps, IT and client support teams to troubleshoot issuesDeep dive learning sessions on the SpiderRock software philosophyLearn our Agile methodologyProvide SpiderRock development teams and business units with software solutions and ideasContribute to our client support team’s software quality assuranceAssist integration efforts for SpiderRock’s growing client base WHAT SPIDERROCK IS LOOKING FORBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 1-3 years’ experience in software developmentExperience in the financial markets is a plusExperience with Linux, GPUs, low latency applications is a plus.Demonstrable C#, .NET, R, Python, REST skillsDebugging and problem solvingExcellent programming skillsStrong work ethicCommunication with end users, assessing requirements and managing expectations professionallyAbility to work in a fast-paced, high pressured technology environmentIndependent project and time managementProfessional, motivated attitudeStrong interpersonal skills WHAT TO EXPECTHighly competitive pay, benefits and bonus structureHealth insurance (medical, dental, vision)Voluntary ancillary plans (Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Accident and Critical Illness)Discounted pet insuranceProgressive time off benefits (unlimited PTO, maternity leave, paternal leave)Wellness programsZen Den for meditation, naps, nursing, or just to decompressWork with high-caliber and innovative professionalsAccess to unlimited snacks and beverages in our lounge areaMonthly, Quarterly, and Semi-Annual company sponsored events401K Safe Harbor Plan and MatchOnsite gym membershipDivvy bike accessA fun and collaborative environmentSpiderRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer