Job Description
Job PurposeThe Senior Java/C++ Software Developer will develop and support applications, systems, and framework infrastructure supporting ICE's electronic trading platforms — one of the world's leading commodities and futures exchanges.
Responsibilities
As part of broader US-based Development and Support teams, this individual will participate in the design and development of client-facing API integration components (Order Routing, Trade Capture, etc.) across ICE trading platforms, as well as other software applications
Collaborate with global teams on architecture, code review, and cross-functional delivery
Provide Tier 2/3 production and UAT technical support during business hours as well as on-call for production environment client-impacting issues that may arise
Knowledge and Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field
8+ years of professional software development experience in Java and/or C++
Proficiency in Python for scripting and tooling
Experience with network programming, low-latency systems, or financial messaging protocols (FIX, binary)
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Knowledge and Experience
Experience with multi-threaded, multi-core server-side development
Experience with mentoring junior engineers and contributing to technical documentation and standards
Experience building or integrating LLM-based tools, agents, or automation workflows
Familiarity with exchange microstructure, order routing, or market data distribution
Prior work at a financial exchange, trading firm, or fintech infrastructure company
Experience with Linux/Unix environments and production support workflows