Software Engineer - Pricing and Derived Data

DRW is a well-established trading firm with over 30 years of experience in global markets. As part of the UP - Pricing and Derived Data team, you'll be working on building foundational APIs and data services that are critical to the firm's trading operations. The role involves developing real-time pricing, analytic, and reporting systems using primarily Elixir and the BEAM ecosystem.

The team is responsible for pricing all tradeable products using market and derived data, working closely with Risk and Middle Office Analytics teams. You'll be building systems that serve critical functions for Trading Desk leads, Global Risk Management, and Senior Leadership, ensuring responsible capital allocation across the firm.

The position offers an excellent opportunity to work with modern technologies like Elixir, OTP, Ecto, Broadway, LiveView, and Nx. While financial industry experience is beneficial, it's not required - the team values talented engineers who can learn and adapt. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that spans multiple time zones across the USA and UK.

The role offers competitive compensation ($175,000-$225,000 base salary plus discretionary bonus) and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k with employer match. The position is hybrid, requiring at least three days in the Chicago office, reporting to a London-based team lead.

This is an ideal opportunity for engineers who are passionate about distributed systems, functional programming, and building high-performance financial technology solutions. The role combines technical challenges with real business impact, offering growth opportunities in both technical and domain expertise.