Algo Developer

IT (Information Technology)

Permanent contract

New York, New York, United States

Hybrid

Salary from 95,000 to 250,000

Reference 260002H8

Start date Immediately

Publication date 2026/02/10

Responsibilities

Main mission is to implement trading software solutions used by the Direct Market Services & Solutions trading desk in the Americas to trade stocks and futures through various algo trading strategies. The Algo Developer will have experience developing real-time systems capable of trading in fast markets with an emphasis of solid code that scales well. The environment is fast moving and it’s critical that the candidate be able to quickly translate new ideas into solid implementations.

Primary tasks include but are not limited to

Develop, ensure baseline, and support low latency trading systems and related tools.
Take full ownership of algorithmic systems from inception to delivery.
Work directly with traders to understand their needs and to implement their trading strategies.
Analyze performance of end-to-end systems
Communicate and liaise with support, infrastructure, and market access development teams to improve the trading systems.
Adapt existing tools, used in other regions, to the US electronic business
Understand key industry trends in algo development and market microstructure.
Collaborate with other members of algo development team globally
Improve the research infrastructure
Study new indicators and strategy (understand user needs, suggest solutions, etc)
The candidate will need to work very closely with various teams:
Liaise & interact with worldwide team members (developers working on the same platform in Paris/Asia)
Front Office in U.S. will provide the functional guidelines
In house IT market access teams (dev and support) in charge of the market connectivity

Profile required

PROFILE REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Excellent programming skills
Adaptive mindset being able to switch gears quickly
Ability to self-organize work
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to function in a high-pressure environment and to meet stringent deadlines for completing tasks

Technical skills:

Strong technical skills in C# - real-time, parallelism / asynchronicity, high availability, efficient / performance sensitive code
Strong object-oriented programming skills and design patterns
Experience developing in Python a plus
Experience with performance testing and profiling a plus
Understanding of distributed design concepts including computer architecture and network architecture
Experience with Agile development methodologies, and continuous delivery
Memory/CPU profiling and multithreaded debugging experience.
Experience on trading algorithm/strategies a plus

Behavioral Skills

Client focus: Put long term relationship with our clients at the center of actions
Team Spirit – Synergies, cooperation with colleagues in and outside team a priority
Innovation - Thinking out of the box/Creativity
Innovation – Adopting new technology
Commitment - Strive to develop skills and knowledge

Prior Work experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience as front office algo developer, with strong knowledge of at least one of the following (the more the better)
Order management system / execution
Real time pricing
Real time market data
Auto Hedge, systematic trading, market making
Exchange connectivity
2-3 years minimum financial market exposure. Fixed income a plus

Education

B.S degree in computer science, engineering, math, physics, or similar
Masters degree or equivalent work experience would be a plus

Business insight

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

OUR CULTURE:

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING (“DIB”):

Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link: https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-diversity/

COMPENSATION:

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.

Diversity and Inclusion

Societe Generale is an equal opportunity employer, and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. We are committed to recognizing and promoting the talents and achievements of our employees and staff, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, and any other characteristic or status protected under applicable law.

Algo Developer

Permanent contract

New York, New York, United States

Hybrid

Salary from 95,000 to 250,000

Responsibilities Profile required Business insight Diversity and Inclusion

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