Careers at Quantiq

Quantiq specializes in high frequency derivatives trading in the largest markets worldwide. Our approach is rigorous and pragmatic, driven by technological expertise and analytics, informed by real-world experience. We value employees who love to learn and have the tenacity, curiosity, and willpower to contribute to our continuing success. We are a small but passionate team, dedicated to enhancing and refining our tried and true methods as we commit to our ongoing growth and performance. Role Description: As a Hardware Developer-New Graduate, you will work in our Chicago office, both independently and collaboratively, to fuel the continuous advancement of our production trading environment. Your scope of responsibilities will span the entire network stack, from packet processing in FPGA NICs to PCIe crossings to kernel socket engineering. You will own each project you work on and deliver thoughtful and articulate insights with regular updates. If the following resonates with you, we would love to welcome you to our team. Job Responsibilities: Maintain and enhance existing hardware and low-level software infrastructure Collaborate with the Operations and Technical teams to develop solutions to meet business needs Evaluate the performance of existing systems and streamline technical operations Write quality, highly performant code (Verilog/VHDL and C/C++) Effectively monitor and communicate project releases across the organization Perform deep dive analysis and debugging of new and existing code Conduct comprehensive analysis and testing on extensive datasets Other duties as assigned or needed Qualifications: 1+ years experience in a hardware development environment Adept in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and/or VHDL, and familiar with C or C++ Knowledgeable about Xilinx Vivado, FPGAs, and IPs Familiar with networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP Proficient in Basic Linux, including SSH Interest in writing highly performant code Excellent communication skills within a collaborative environment A degree in a field such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred Please Apply If: You're ready to embrace discussions and express your ideas You have an interest in interfacing software systems You go to bed thinking of ways to solve hard problems You have an inquisitive nature, open mind, and passion for learning Please note: The use of AI tools during applications, assessments, and interviews is strictly prohibited. Quantiq utilizes various methods to determine candidate authenticity. Use of these tools at any time may result in the disqualification of your candidacy.

Quantiq specializes in high frequency derivatives trading in the largest markets worldwide. Our approach is rigorous and pragmatic, driven by technological expertise and analytics, informed by real-world experience. We value employees who love to learn and have the tenacity, curiosity, and willpower to contribute to our continuing success. We are a small but passionate team, dedicated to enhancing and refining our tried and true methods as we commit to our ongoing growth and performance. Role Description: As a Hardware Developer, you’ll be responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining our critical network paths and infrastructure. Working alongside a skilled team of developers, you’ll contribute to our custom FPGA data processing platform, focusing on low-latency digital logic design, IP optimization, and software interfacing drivers. This role demands expert knowledge of digital circuits, tools, computer architecture, and a relentless drive to push systems to their maximum performance potential. If the following resonates with you, we would love to welcome you to our team. Job Responsibilities: Architect and develop low-latency modules and platforms in Verilog/VHDL, with precise management of multiple clock domains and data streams Design custom network protocol drivers in C++, with focus on performance, concurrency, and memory optimization Document code intricacies, architecture decisions, and optimization strategies to foster knowledge sharing across teams Conduct in-depth debugging and profiling of new and legacy code, implementing fixes that maintain or enhance performance Evaluate system performance and refine technical operations Write quality, highly performant code (Verilog/VHDL and C/C++) Qualifications: 5+ years in Hardware Development, preferably in low-latency or performance-sensitive environments Familiarity with network protocols and hardware build scripting Experience with Xilinx Vivado, FPGAs, and IP Advanced proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and/or VHDL, and C/C++ Excellent communication skills within a collaborative environment Demonstrated ability to respond promptly and accurately in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Strong skills in solving complex mathematical and engineering challenges Please Apply If: You are enthusiastic about the latest developments in circuits and FPGA boards You have hands-on experience with high-performance infrastructure You’re comfortable navigating large codebases You enjoy performance tuning and digging into low-level system details You think of ways to solve complex engineering challenges even when you’re off the clock Please note: The use of AI tools during applications, assessments, and interviews is strictly prohibited. Quantiq utilizes various methods to determine candidate authenticity. Use of these tools at any time may result in the disqualification of your candidacy.

Quantiq specializes in high frequency derivatives trading in the largest markets worldwide. Our approach is rigorous and pragmatic, driven by technological expertise and analytics informed by real-world experience. We value employees who love to learn and have the tenacity, curiosity and willpower to contribute to our continuing success. We are a small but passionate team, dedicated to enhancing and refining our tried and true methods as we commit to our ongoing growth and performance. Quantiq runs considerable "in-house" infrastructure (IPA realm) consisting of 50-100 computers ranging from high performance servers and varied datacenter hardware (switches, FPGAs, fiber optic cabling), to desktop computers with dedicated GPUs and an array of monitors and peripherals across offices. We control the majority of the stack and create, maintain, update, and monitor a variety of systems to keep the company’s trading running smoothly. Our hardware infrastructure operates entirely on Fedora Linux and incorporates significant first- and third-party software requiring occasional maintenance. This complete infrastructure has high uptime requirements to support our critical trading operations. Role Description: As a DevOps Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of transforming and enhancing our infrastructure. You will collaborate with the Operations and Technical teams to improve our deployment pipelines, automate processes, and elevate our infrastructure. This position requires strong Linux expertise, automation skills, and a deep understanding of network configurations and performance tuning for low-latency applications. If the following resonates with you, we would love to welcome you to our team. Job Responsibilities: Analyze current systems, identify gaps, and spearhead improvements to optimize performance and scalability Fine-tune Linux systems (kernel and user-space) to minimize latency and improve reliability Design and manage real-time, low-latency networking configurations, adjusting kernel parameters, IRQ affinities, and CPU pinning as necessary Implement automation solutions using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) Work with specialized hardware (FPGAs, custom network cards, high-frequency switches) to optimize latency in trading systems Develop and document backup procedures and failover strategies, conducting drills to improve failure tolerance Respond to issues and requests from the Operation and Technical teams Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in a DevOps, Systems Engineering, or related role Proven ability to build, optimize, and scale Linux-based infrastructure Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in fast-paced environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to respond to occasional off-hour emergencies Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, C++, Bash) Exceptional capability debugging and solving complex issues related to both hardware, low level software, and networking Knowledge of network architecture Basic networking tool experience (ping, ifconfig, telnet, wireshark, nmcli) Experience with the following technologies: Computer hardware (such as Supermicro and Dell Servers) Networking hardware Fedora Linux FreeIPA, OpenLDAP, OpenVPN DNS ZFS Gitea, Zulip GRUB, PXE * Note: You are not expected to know every technology listed but experience in all is a plus Please Apply If: You're a problem solver who wants to understand the intricacies of a complex system You’re a scripting pro who automates everything You know the thrill of building, breaking, and re-building CI/CD pipelines You’re excited by the opportunity to build and improve systems Please note: The use of AI tools during applications, assessments, and interviews is strictly prohibited. Quantiq utilizes various methods to determine candidate authenticity. Use of these tools at any time may result in the disqualification of your candidacy.