Graduate C++ Developer (2027 Incoming Graduate, Full-Time)
3Red Partners
| Company | 3Red Partners |
| Category | Engineering |
| Location | Chicago |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Entry |
| Salary | USD 125k–200k |
| Posted | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
3Red Partners, a proprietary trading firm based in Chicago, is seeking a Graduate C++ Developer for their 2027 incoming class to join their high-frequency trading team. You will implement, test, and deploy trading system features while monitoring low-latency system performance and collaborating with traders and developers on optimization and system improvements.
What You'll Do
• Implement, test, and deploy trading system features and tools according to business requirements
• Monitor low-latency trading system performance and ensure market data and research resource utilization
• Track bugs, fix issues, and deploy solutions appropriately
• Liaise with traders and developers to discuss performance optimizations, refactor existing implementations, and monitor OS, library, and framework updates
• Investigate system improvements, diagnose, debug, and address technical issues as needed
What You Need
• Bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, graduating by August 2027
• 1+ years of industry internship experience working in C++
• Proficiency in C++ including data structures
• Knowledge of low-latency topics and third-party libraries such as STL and Boost
• Experience with Linux environments and git
• Exceptional problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills
Base salary $125,000–$200,000 depending on qualifications, experience, and skills. Performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, 401k plan, commuter and wellness reimbursements, learning and development perks, casual dress code, weekly lunches, team events, fully stocked pantries, and Zen Room for relaxation.