IMC Inc jobs in Chicago, IL

The Senior Buyer is responsible for efficiently managing day-to-day purchasing activities, executing purchase orders, and maintaining consistency across procurement processes. This role supports the sourcing and procurement team by ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant purchasing execution across a high volume of requests. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of procurement operations, vendor management, and policy adherence - serving as a reliable and detail-oriented link between stakeholders, suppliers, and the broader procurement organization. Core Responsibilities: Execute purchase orders in alignment with company policies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with approved supplier contracts and pricing. Manage a high volume of purchasing requests with attention to detail, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness. Partner with internal stakeholders to confirm specifications, timelines, and budget approvals prior to order placement. Maintain accurate records in procurement systems, ensuring transparency and audit readiness. Collaborate with strategic sourcing and category managers to support larger vendor initiatives and implement negotiated agreements. Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues related to delivery, quality, or service levels. Identify opportunities to streamline and improve purchasing workflows, tools, and reporting processes. Support supplier onboarding, data accuracy, and compliance documentation. Assist in tracking spend and preparing reports to inform category strategies and performance metrics. Skills and Experience: 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Oracle). Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through. Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional stakeholder support. Working knowledge of procurement policies, processes, and contract compliance requirements. Certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred but not required. Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening. 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. Salary Range$110,000-$150,000 USD 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.

The Middle Office Operations Lead plays a pivotal role in overseeing critical daily processes that directly support trading activities and ensure the integrity of financial reporting. This position is responsible for position and trade reconciliation, P&L reconciliation, and trade support across a team of analysts- ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness in every task. Success in this role requires exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to lead by example in a fast-paced trading environment. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily middle office operations including start-of-day reconciliation, P&L reconciliation, and trade support; ensure all breaks and discrepancies are resolved promptly Manage, mentor, and develop a team of operations analysts dedicated to these core daily processes Verify completion of daily checklists and ensure proper audit documentation for all operational tasks Actively rotate into daily workflows to maintain a strong understanding of processes and serve as a second set of eyes for the team's output Serve as the primary escalation point for trade discrepancies, reconciliation issues, and operational challenges impacting trading Support internal and external audits with timely documentation and accurate responses Collaborate on month-end reporting and deliverables Own reconciliation and approval of complex invoices while guiding direct reports to process their assigned invoices accurately and efficiently Provide ongoing training and guidance on operational procedures, best practices, and systems; maintain up-to-date documentation for all workflows Partner with trading and technology teams to identify opportunities for workflow efficiencies, process automation, and improved controls Develop data analysis and reporting solutions to address ad hoc operational needs Proactively identify control gaps and implement effective safeguards in daily operations Collaborate with the projects and solutions team to implement new processes for emerging business lines Help projects and solutions team to provide feedback to our clearing firms on operational excellence Qualifications and Skills Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field 10+ years of experience in middle office or post-trade operations, ideally within a trading firm or investment bank Prior management and team leadership experience required Strong understanding of financial products (equities, derivatives, fixed income, futures, etc.) In-depth knowledge of the trade lifecycle and clearing processes Proficiency in MS Excel, SQL, and reporting platforms (Qlik, Tableau, etc.); experience with relational databases required Experience with programming languages such as Python is a plus Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, real-time environment Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening. 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. Salary Range$165,000-$195,000 USD 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.

We are looking for a strategic, thoughtful, and motivated Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) with a bias for action to join our team. This person will be a key partner to business leads and their trading desks in the Chicago office. At IMC, the role of HRBP is that of a trusted and strategic people advisor and coach. This role is responsible for connecting the needs of the business to people strategies and initiatives. As an HRBP, you will work closely with the leaders you support to provide guidance and counsel on all people matters. You will influence the employee experience by designing and executing people processes and partnerships that drive engagement, retention, development, and performance. Role: Work with business leaders to deliver effective talent strategies, organizational structures, and development initiatives Enable individual and team performance by assessing talent, providing performance coaching, and supporting teams Develop effective engagement action plans to meet the unique needs of specific teams and employees Develop communications that equip leaders with the language to deliver their messages Analyze people data, trends, and interactions to proactively address challenges Operate as a change agent and employee advocate Address employee relations matters thoroughly and thoughtfully Collaborate across the HR department to build and deliver a connected employee experience Take personal responsibility for delivering quality work Iterate on past work to improve and maintain relevance in a changing marketplace Use sound judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems Solve problems and identify root causes of complex talent issues; develop and implement solutions Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner in a progressive, fast-paced environment, with a minimum of 2 years in this industry Proven experience proactively coaching leaders and providing strategic guidance on complex people management issues and strategies (including team restructures, talent mobility, change, and broad capability building) Superior communication skills-able to convey confidence, empathy, and trust through candor and diplomacy; capable of engaging with front-line employees and senior leaders at both strategic and operational levels Formal training and accreditation in coaching, adult learning principles, and psychometric assessments (e.g., MBTI, Hogan Assessments, Saville) preferred Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and present data-driven insights and trends Strong critical thinking skills to identify interdependencies among complex issues, data, and outcomes Ability to build credibility and trust with senior leaders as an advisor who provides effective guidance and follows through on commitments Ability to drive change in key people activities and organizational shifts Ability to produce high-quality deliverables Ability to aggregate data, conduct analysis, and display results visually Confidence in handling ambiguity and fluid situations Strong common sense and pragmatism HR systems experience Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening. 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. Salary Range$145,000-$185,000 USD 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.

Our US Equity Options team has traditionally focused on highly liquid stocks but has expanded in scope to many more symbols. As a result, we have a wide range of new and exciting problems to solve. We've already created partnerships and business models to facilitate our expansion and we're currently working to improve our options pricing; investigating new models and improving our existing framework. IMC is highly collaborative between traders, quants, and developers so the scope of responsibility is fairly fluid involving a mixture of data-driven analysis, quantitative modelling and algorithm development. Your Core Responsibilities: Maximize revenue by creating competitive edge trading strategies Responsibility and ownership early on to drive strategies forward and be successful Your Skills and Experience: Experienced equity option trader with at least 3 years' experience Relevant tertiary qualifications (graduate or post graduate), with strong academic results, preference in mathematics, science, financial engineering or computer science Proven ability to act and perform successfully in a fast moving and high-pressured environment Passion for learning; you are driven to succeed, you work well individually and, in a team, to get results Computer programming is desirable (Python, C/C++, Java, Malab, SQL) Highly analytical, constantly enhancing your strategies to improve the quality of trades, pinpoint missed opportunities, and identify new trading ideas and products #LI-DNP 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. Salary Range$175,000-$250,000 USD 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.

IMC Trading is seeking quantitative researchers with a proven track record to apply state-of-the-art machine learning & deep learning to solve challenging trading problems. This role is part of a central ML research team that collaborates across trading teams at IMC. The ideal candidate will have experience working with other researchers and engineers to build and continuously improve models, systems, and research tooling. We firmly believe that success for research-driven efforts lies in bringing together skills in ML, statistics, and trading intuition as well as a problem-solving mindset and pragmatism. This is an opportunity to dive deep into feature engineering and alpha research, and focus on applying a wide range of ML models as well as to perform research on building custom models. Your Core Responsibilities: Design and deploy machine learning models to enhance trading performance across various asset classes Research, test and prototype new algorithmic ideas; deploy advanced ML techniques applicable to market prediction, signal generation, and portfolio optimization Collaborate with quantitative traders, researchers, and developers to translate market insights into data-driven features and models Manage data acquisition, preprocessing, and feature engineering for structured and unstructured data sources Your Skills and Experience: PhD or Master's in Engineering, Math, Statistics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field 2+ years of experience building applied ML models; previous experience in trading environment preferred Proven expertise in developing and deploying predictive models Strong programming skills in Python; proficiency in ML libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and/or high-performance libraries like Jax Strong understanding of theoretical foundations of state-of-the-art ML models Strong publication track record at ICML, ICLR, NeurIPS, or equivalent Ability and desire to work in a collaborative team environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills 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. Salary Range$250,000-$300,000 USD 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.

IMC is seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Developer to join the Chicago team. You will use your technical expertise to design, develop, and implement trading strategies across trading desks. IMC offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that enables collaboration and rapid feedback loops across global teams. Your Core Responsibilities: Partner with quant researchers and traders to design, develop, and implement trading strategies Translate quantitative models into production-ready code and optimize existing algorithms for superior execution Research, propose, and back test enhancements to existing trading strategies Collaborate with other technology teams to integrate algorithms into the overall trading system infrastructure Stay abreast of industry advancements and technology trends Your Skills and Experience: Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field 3+ years of experience in a similar role at a proprietary trading firm Strong C++ and Python programming skills Demonstrated experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, and data analysis techniques Deep knowledge of financial markets, derivatives products, and trading strategies Excellent problem-solving and communication skills #LI-DNP 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. Salary Range$175,000-$250,000 USD 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.

Opportunities available in Chicago, Sydney, and Amsterdam At IMC, Graduate Quantitative Researchers work at the intersection of advanced machine learning techniques and high-impact, real-world trading strategies. You will leverage your superior analytical, mathematical, and computing skills to improve existing models and develop new ones. We will empower you to discover your unique niche and excel, taking on responsibility and ownership from the start. Our research team works closely with traders and developers in an environment where problem solving, innovation, and teamwork are recognized and rewarded. Your Core Responsibilities: Conduct hands-on research to design, develop, and apply machine learning algorithms Analyze large, complex datasets to uncover statistically significant patterns and market behavior insights Implement and deploy new models into production Maintain best practices to keep our systems logical and consistent Communicate research progress and outcomes effectively, ensuring knowledge transfer within the team and across departments Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary teams to enhance machine learning capabilities and trading strategies Your Skills and Experience: Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or related field of study Able to commence full-time employment in 2025 or 2026 Deep understanding of machine learning, probability, and statistics, with practical experience in areas such as time series analysis, pattern recognition, portfolio optimization, market impact modelling and NLP Approach data analysis with rigorous a thought process and strong intuition Extensive experience with modern deep learning architectures and a solid foundation in classic machine learning techniques. Creative thinker who is driven and eager to solve challenging problems collaboratively Proficiency in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired 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.

We're seeking a Linux Engineer with deep systems expertise and Python/scripting experience to join our growing global team. You will be responsible for engineering and operating Linux at scale across our mission[1]critical environment, while also improving automation and self-service tools that enhance our ability to manage IMC's servers. The Linux Engineering team is responsible for the provisioning, configuration, performance, and reliability of a large-scale Linux infrastructure that supports a diverse set of workloads. These include ultra-low latency systems critical to high-frequency trading, as well as high-throughput environments that run research workflows and a wide variety of Kubernetes-based applications. This role requires strong Linux fundamentals applied at scale, with automation as a key enabler for consistency and efficiency across the fleet. Your initiative, collaborative attitude, problem-solving skills, and focus on continuous improvement will help ensure IMC stays competitive by bringing the latest technologies and practices into production. Your Core Responsibilities Apply deep Linux engineering expertise to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues on enterprise systems, ensuring stability and performance Enhance configuration management code and processes that we use to manage over 10,000 bare-metal Linux systems globally Develop and maintain Python/Bash tools to support large-scale Linux systems management Improve provisioning workflows to seamlessly build bare servers into production-ready platforms Extend Linux-focused metrics, logging, monitoring, and alerting integrations for full fleet visibility Communicate updates and status clearly and frequently with peers and stakeholders through meetings, tracking tickets, code reviews, chats, and merge requests Your Skills and Experience Hands-on Linux systems engineering, administration, and provisioning expertise applied at scale, preferably on bare-metal systems Configuration management at scale, preferably on bare-metal servers with Puppet and Hiera Python development for automation, APIs, design, testing, and debugging Ansible playbook authorship and complex task automation RPM design, build, publishing, and in-house repository management CI/CD pipelines, Git version control, branching and merging best practices Strong system and network troubleshooting with tools such as EBPF, tcpdump, strace, systemd, ntp/ptp, lsof, and nc Networking fundamentals: routing, DNS, TCP/UDP/multicast Experience building and publishing Docker images Working familiarity with Kubernetes Exposure to monitoring stacks such as Prometheus, Grafana, and AlertManager, with a focus on Linux telemetry and exporter development Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related field, or equivalent professional experience 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. Salary Range$150,000-$225,000 USD 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.

Our 10-week trading internship is your chance to experience life as a trader at IMC through engaging and challenging training and project work. Throughout the summer, you will receive comprehensive support from dedicated trainers and a mentor to guide you in your work and professional development. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The bar for talent at IMC is high and interns who meet our performance expectations will have the opportunity to secure a full-time Graduate Trader position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you! Your Core Responsibilities: Participate in classroom-based training covering options theory, core principles of financial markets and trading simulations Team up with traders and technologists to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business Develop skills throughout the summer with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC Attend a full schedule of events and social activities to get to know your cohort and current employees Your Skills & Experience: Current university student graduating between September 2026 and July 2027 that is pursuing a degree in a quantitative field of study (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics) Strong analytical skills Desire to learn and solve complex problems Thrives and is able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment Not afraid to ask questions, take responsibility and learn from experience A team player with a proactive mindset Interest in Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required Experience in a programming language is a plus (e.g. Python, Matlab or R) Must be able to start the internship on June 8, 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: $4,850 per week 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.

The Procurement Manager is responsible for driving cost-effective purchasing strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring operational efficiency across the procurement lifecycle. This role focuses on software and networking procurement, evaluating technology vendors, negotiating complex contracts, and managing supply chain risks to support business continuity and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills to deliver strategic sourcing initiatives and measurable cost savings while maintaining the highest quality standards. Core Responsibilities Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure optimal value, quality, and reliability. Demonstrate a structured sourcing process mindset - effectively profile categories, assess pricing models, manage RFx and vendor evaluations, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Negotiate, draft, and manage vendor contracts in compliance with company policies and legal standards. Lead contract and pricing negotiations to achieve favorable terms and mutually beneficial outcomes. Manage multiple vendor engagements concurrently, ensuring alignment of commercial terms, timely renewals, and tracking of SLAs, particularly for software and networking suppliers. Develop and implement cost-reduction strategies without compromising quality or delivery timelines. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, resolving disputes and performance issues effectively. Proactively engage internal stakeholders (e.g., IT, Finance, Legal, and Support) to align sourcing outcomes with business objectives, communicate clearly, escalate appropriately, and foster trust. Monitor market trends, pricing, and industry developments to inform procurement strategies. Streamline and improve procurement workflows, systems, and policies to enhance efficiency and transparency. Assess and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure consistent business operations. Analyze procurement data to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making. Skills and Experience 5-8 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably within software or networking categories. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Strong negotiation and contract management expertise. Deep understanding of software lifecycle management, licensing models (SaaS vs. on-prem), vendor risk, and innovation. Experience managing technology and network vendors, including familiarity with renewal cycles, SLAs, and commercial negotiations. Growth and learning orientation - eager to explore new technology categories and adapt quickly to evolving procurement systems and tools. Proficiency with procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. Analytical mindset with proven problem-solving abilities. Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is a plus but not required. Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening. 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. Salary Range$130,000-$175,000 USD 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.

Having the best technology drives our business. As a Hardware Engineer at IMC, you are responsible for spotting new opportunities, solving problems and developing new technologies. Our Hardware development process is innovative, pragmatic and fun, even as complexity grows. You will collaborate with team members and receive support from both a mentor and a lead who will oversee your projects and professional development. Your Core Responsibilities: Enhance your knowledge of trading, algorithm complexity, system design, and coding Work within different systems involving a mix of software and cutting-edge hardware technologies Develop hardware designs and tests Drive projects from ideation to production Explore innovative low-latency techniques to implement within our trading system Build relationships across our technology and trading teams Your Skills and Experience: Current university student graduating between September 2025 - July 2026 that is pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related degree Strong analytical skills and a desire to solve complex problems programmatically Proficient in SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL, or other RTL programming (additional software experience is a plus; C++, Python, or similar) Desire to collaborate 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.

Thank you for your interest in IMC Trading! We're excited to stay connected with you. Please take a moment to fill out a short form by clicking Apply Now. This step is not a formal application but allows us to review your profile after the conference and reach out if there's a match between your skills and our opportunities. We're excited about the potential to connect further and explore how you could become part of the IMC team! 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.

We are seeking a Software Engineer for the Business Planning and Analysis (BP&A) Team at IMC. The BP&A Team is a core data & analytics team, partnering closely with the finance, trading, and support teams to provide meaningful insights and tools that drive decision-making across the firm. We're building the next generation of our analytics infrastructure and are looking for a strong early-to-mid career software engineer with deep back-end experience and a solid grasp of modern front-end frameworks to join the team. Key Responsibilities Develop and extend our bespoke analytics database and ecosystem Maintain and troubleshoot existing dashboards, occasionally implementing simple reports and user interfaces Work within a team to design and implement scalable, performant systems Partner with local stakeholders to ensure system reliability and stability Collaborate with global BP&A teams in Amsterdam and Sydney, reporting locally into Chicago Identify and deliver infrastructure enhancements that advance BP&A's long-term goals Design and develop mission-critical ETLs, maintenance processes, and automation pipelines Act as an individual contributor while collaborating closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Qualifications and Skills 3-5+ years of experience in Python development, including end-to-end feature ownership 2+ years of experience with TypeScript/JavaScript and front-end frameworks (React.js preferred; Angular, Vue.js, or other frameworks also welcome) Strong experience with database & cloud development (AWS experience a plus) Proven ability to independently gather and implement project requirements Familiarity with DevOps tools (ex. TeamCity, JIRA) Experience running code in containerized environments (ex. Kubernetes, Docker) Interest in or exposure to finance or trading processes Someone who thrives within a dynamic, quickly changing environment Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening. 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. Salary Range$130,000-$180,000 USD 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.

Our Internal Audit team works globally with stakeholders across all departments, levels, and geographies and creates value as a business advisor by performing audits. Internal audit (IA) is an independent group function whose objective is to ensure the reviewing of the effectiveness and efficiency of processes, programs, and systems and to work with the business to add value by providing concrete recommendations. Your Core Responsibilities: A demanding role for a highly skilled professional able to support the internal audit's overall role in a dynamic and very technical environment Assuring auditees across our business units worldwide that their systems of internal controls are adequately designed and operating effectively Design and lead all aspects of the end-to-end internal audits in order to validate that controls are adequate and functioning effectively Opportunity for expansion in responsibilities according to your insights and initiative Your Skills and Experience: A bachelor's degree in Economics or a related field of studies; 8 to 10 years of relevant work experience You are driven, self-motivated, ambitious, flexible, and proactive with a proven track record of success, and equally pragmatic. You are able to drive change, take initiative, deliver results, engage others, and solve problems within IMC. You are highly adaptable, and you're able to handle multiple demands simultaneously. Capable of building relationships locally and internationally Clear and effective communication and reporting-writing skills Willing to travel to and conduct audits abroad (approximately 25% of the time) Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening. #LI-DNP 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. Salary Range$150,000-$200,000 USD 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.

IMC is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Data Center Project Manager to join our Global Research Cluster (GRC) team. As the number of GRC systems and locations continues to grow, this role will be key in managing all activities related to our data center (DC) environments. You will oversee end-to-end operations across multiple DCs, ensuring efficient project execution, hardware delivery, and ongoing maintenance. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical understanding of data center infrastructure, hands-on project management skills, and the ability to coordinate seamlessly across internal teams and external vendors. Your Core Responsibilities Manage Data Center Expansion Projects Oversee power, (liquid) cooling, and heating/cooling air circulation (H/CaC) design and installation in coordination with DC partners Collaborate with data centers on large-scale power and cooling requirement design for expansion sites Oversee Hardware Delivery and Installation Process Manage the end-to-end hardware lifecycle-from PO submission to full installation in the data center Track orders, liaise with Procurement, and manage inventory Ensure GRC asset records are accurate and up to date in Workday Coordinate deliveries, on-site logistics, and remote hands for installation work Partner with Platform and Network teams to transition systems from installation to production Lead Hardware Monitoring and Issue Resolution Proactively manage and resolve hardware-related issues Coordinate with DC Engineering for repairs and replacements Manage RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) processes Oversee Equipment Servicing and Maintenance Manage maintenance schedules and vendor servicing for critical systems, including liquid cooling Coordinate Data Center Engineering and Vendor Operations Plan and oversee DC Engineering workstreams Serve as primary contact for DC vendors, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution Perform hands-on data center work when required Your Skills and Experience Proven experience in the design and delivery of DC power and (liquid) cooling systems Hands-on experience managing modern HPC environments and liquid cooled GPU hosts Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to handle multiple complex initiatives simultaneously Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across technical and vendor teams 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. Salary Range$160,000-$220,000 USD 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.

At IMC, technology is the driving force behind everything we do. Our in-house developed software executes millions of trading decisions each day, enabling us to outperform the competition by making smarter and faster choices. We're looking for an experienced software developer, with strong communication skills to join our productivity team. The productivity team exists to amplify the effectiveness of trading, research, and engineering teams. Instead of directly building trading strategies, they provide tools, infrastructure, and processes that reduce friction and accelerate delivery. The role requires building robust solutions and solving challenges up and down the tech stack. This team owns the remote development environment used by hundreds of developers and continually tackles bottlenecks in build processes, whether they are impactful one-line fixes or sweeping architectural shifts. The team supports codebases in a variety of languages, including Python, C++, and Java, to improve the daily productivity of hundreds of developers across the globe. Your Core Responsibilities: Scale and advance IMC's trading systems builds and development tooling to support an excellent work environment for developers Ensure reliable multi-tenant development environment operations supporting hundreds of concurrent users across global regions Troubleshoot potential issues with build infrastructure and implementing improvements Design and build infrastructure supporting the development, build, test, and release processes Drive adoption of best practices in code health, development productivity, and maintainability Your Skills and Experience: 5+ years of software development experience in Python, Java, and/or C++ required Experience with Kubernetes, containerization, and cluster management Experience implementing monitoring and alerting systems with tools such as Grafana, Prometheus and observability platforms Prior experience with Bazel or other monorepo-build software preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills in interacting with stakeholders across all phases of product design, development, and delivery 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. Salary Range$175,000-$225,000 USD 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.

IMC is offering academic funding to exceptional doctoral candidates studying STEM subjects, such as computer science, applied math, artificial intelligence, machine learning, statistics, and engineering. If you have fewer than two years remaining in your PhD program and have not accepted a fellowship or comparable award from another trading or tech company, the IMC Fellowship could be the next step in your research journey. Please submit your application and all documents by February 6, 2026. Learn more about the award here. IMC PhD Fellowship Award Details: The IMC Fellow will receive USD 50,000 towards education-related expenses (e.g., tuition, fees, and research). This award will be paid directly to the IMC Fellow's university for distribution. The IMC Fellow will also receive an option to participate in a 2027 summer internship at IMC, subject to the successful completion and satisfaction of standard recruitment and onboarding requirements. In addition, the IMC Fellow is assigned a dedicated IMC mentor to help them launch a career in quant research for trading. IMC will also provide the Fellow with a travel stipend to attend a research conference, such as NeurIPS or ICML. IMC will also provide a travel stipend for the Fellow to attend a research conference, such as NeurIPS or ICML. The stipend will cover flights and a hotel for the Fellow, as well as food and taxi expenses (in accordance with IMC's internal travel policies) and fees for conference activities or IMC-sponsored conference events. All IMC PhD Fellowship Finalists will receive USD 5,000 in academic support, administered through each Finalists' university, and the opportunity to participate in IMC Research Connect event in April 2026. The first Finalist will also receive an option to participate in a 2027 summer internship at IMC, subject to the successful completion and satisfaction of standard recruitment and onboarding requirements. Eligibility criteria: PhD students in STEM with emphasis on fields such as CS, Applied Math, Statistics or Engineering who are currently enrolled at an accredited University in the United States Graduating between September 2027 - July 2028 Ability to participate in an IMC internship in 2027 You have not accepted any other Fellowships or comparable awards from another trading or tech company The determination of the IMC Fellow and each Finalist will be at IMC's sole and absolute discretion. PhD Fellowships typically require coordination with your university for payment. If you're selected, we'll partner with you and your program to arrange the award. All awards will be subject to agreement between IMC and the recipient's university, and between IMC and the recipient, regarding the terms of the IMC Fellowship or Finalist award (as applicable). In addition, all award payments and recipients will be reviewed for compliance with relevant US and international laws, regulations, and policies. IMC reserves the right to withhold or cease funding due to a violation of applicable laws, regulations, IMC's policies, or the policies and guidelines of the recipient's university. Recipients must remain enrolled full-time in their PhD program for the duration of the IMC Fellowship or you will forfeit the award. #LI-DNP 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.

TRADING OPERATIONS AT IMC: IMC is currently looking for a talented and passionate Trading Operations Specialist to play a critical role in maintaining and perfecting our trading systems. As a Trading Operations Specialist, you will be part of highly motivated team, facing the daily challenge of managing a high-volume data flow in a complex environment distributed over a low latency infrastructure. In this role you will be exposed to many technical and trading challenges while ensuring high availability, stability and performance of the end-to-end environment. This role provides frequent challenges, as no day is the same as the next. The person in this role will have the opportunity to make a considerable impact as part of a dedicated, dynamic global team. Your Core Responsibilities: Monitor, manage and update pricing tools Act as point of contact between traders and internal support desks Liaison to external issuers, vendors and data providers Work and support the market making trade book Verify backend processes (trade reporting, pnl recording) Your Skills and Experience: Recent university graduate or current university student graduating before August 2026 with a degree in a quantitative field of study (e.g. Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Econometrics, or related field) Strong quantitative skill set Superb eye for detail Ability to develop and improve existing tools to affect significant results within the company Ability to multi task, organize, and communicate effectively Experience in a programming language (e.g. Python, Matlab or R) is an advantage but not required Genuine interest in financial markets, though no prior knowledge or experience is required A team player - at IMC we're all in it together Must be available to start full time employment 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: $200,000 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.

We are seeking a highly skilled Backbone Network Engineer to join our global network team. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize the backbone infrastructure that underpins our global trading operations. You'll work closely with engineers worldwide to ensure our network continues to deliver the ultra-low latency, high availability, and robust security required to maintain our competitive edge. Core Responsibilities: Design and optimize backbone infrastructure for high-speed, low-latency data transmission and scalability. Deploy and configure high-performance routing and optical hardware to minimize congestion and maximize availability. Engineer low-latency routing paths between data centers, trading venues, and counterparties. Proactively detect, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues using advanced monitoring and analysis tools. Plan and scale backbone capacity to support global growth. Partner with trading, development, and infrastructure teams to integrate network changes seamlessly into production. Collaborate globally to maintain documentation, policies, and operational standards. Skills and Experience: 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on backbone or large-scale infrastructure. Deep knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, PIM, Segment Routing) and traffic engineering. Expertise with routers, switches, and optical networking technologies (DWDM/ONS). Strong troubleshooting skills across LAN, unicast/multicast routing, and packet-level analysis. Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Bash, Ansible). Proven ability to solve complex problems quickly and effectively. Strong communication skills for cross-team collaboration. Willingness to participate in on-call rotations during trading hours and critical events. While this is a hybrid position, we expect an in-office presence in our Chicago office 3-4 times per week 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. Salary Range$175,000-$240,000 USD 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.