Back & Middle Office Engineer

Geneva Ireland Financial Trading Limited

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$180,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, C-Level Management, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Cross-Functional, Data Modeling, Database Design, Financial Services, High Reliability, Leadership, Messaging Technology, Performance Management, Production Support, Profit & Loss, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reconciliation, Reporting Dashboards, Requirements Management, Risk, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scalable System Development, Software Development, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Systems Reliability, Web Application Framework, Web Programming
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Role Overview

The Middle / Back Office Developer designs, builds, and maintains internal systems that support trade processing, operational workflows, reporting, and firm-wide data visibility. This role partners closely with Operations, Trading, Accounting, Risk, and Technology teams-including regular interaction with senior leadership-to deliver scalable solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency across post-trade processes.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain internal tools, dashboards, and reporting systems supporting Operations and business teams. Partner with C-level executives, traders, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver high-impact, scalable solutions. Develop backend services and APIs supporting the full trade lifecycle, including trade capture, reconciliation, P&L, settlements, and accounting feeds. Improve system performance, reliability, and observability through testing, monitoring, automation, and production support.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3-5 years of professional software development experience. • Strong experience with Python and backend web development frameworks. • Proven ability to manage stakeholders, including direct collaboration with C-level executives, traders, and Operations, Accounting, Risk, and Technology teams. • Experience translating business requirements into clear, maintainable technical solutions. • Solid understanding of databases and data modeling (SQL preferred). • Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience building internal tools, dashboards, and operational reporting systems. • Exposure to AI or machine learning, particularly applied use cases such as automation or intelligent reporting. • Experience in trading, financial services, or other high-reliability, time-sensitive environments. • Familiarity with event-driven architectures, messaging systems, or margin calculation systems.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000, plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience, education, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, Geneva Trading offers a competitive total rewards package, including a comprehensive benefits program. Learn more about our employee incentives here: https://www.genevatrading.com/employee-incentives/

Application expected to close: 2/27/26

About the Company

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Geneva Ireland Financial Trading Limited