2027 New Graduate Software Engineer

We are actively looking for New Graduates (December 2026 or May 2027 ) looking to launch their Software Engineer career at SpiderRock. You will be able to contribute to the design and development of the SpiderRock Platform. We expect this individual to have a desire to learn, participate in engineering discussions, and contribute to the various components of the SpiderRock cloud, APIs and software. We seek a candidate with a strong desire to contribute to our team's fast paced development cycle. This is a full-time salaried position and will report to one of our Development Team Leads.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assist in debugging and analyzing our user APIs and interfaces (GUI, MySQL, REST API)
• Work on challenging and complex projects
• Learn about the financial markets
• Develop and configure new API configurations based on client needs
• Work with IT and client support teams to troubleshoot issues
• Deep-Dive learning sessions on the SpiderRock software philosophy
• Contribute to our client support team's software quality assurance
• Assist integration efforts for SpiderRock's growing client base
• Work with clients to enhance the onboarding experience

WHAT SPIDERROCK IS LOOKING FOR

• BS or BA in Math, Engineering, Computer Science or relevant field or experience
• Strong acumen in software development
• Debugging experience
• Demonstrable .NET/C#/JAVA/C++/Python/PowerShell experience
• Exposure to Windows environment
• A strong analytical and problem solving approach
• Understanding of a project life cycle and methodology (i.e. Agile, Scrum)
• Strong work ethic
• Communication with end users, assessing requirements and managing expectations professionally
• Independent project and time management
• Professional, motivated attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Available to work in a hybrid environment in our downtown Chicago office (3+ days in office per week)

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Learn while doing
• Highly competitive pay, benefits and bonus structure
• Voluntary ancillary plans (Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Accident and Critical Illness)
• Discounted pet insurance
• 401K plan and safe harbor employer match
• Employee assistance program
• Company laptop and equipment
• Progressive time off benefits (unlimited PTO, maternity leave, paternal leave)
• Integrative work environment
• Wellness programs
• Zen Den for meditation, naps, nursing, or just to decompress
• Work with high-caliber and innovative professionals
• Access to unlimited snacks and beverages in our lounge area
• State of the art office with spectacular views downtown Chicago and the Chicago River
• Gym membership at our building fitness center on our floor
• Divvy bike access
• A fun and collaborative environment

SpiderRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer .