we are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology. Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 35 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry's most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talented staff, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade a little bit of everything here and are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and focus on a true meritocracy, attracts individuals with an edge which contributes to our consistent success. As a Python Developer on our… Applications Team at Gelber, you will have a real opportunity to have a long-term career in Engineering at a successful trading firm. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, clear communicator, and has an interest working at a trading firm. This position will report directly into the Manager of Applications who reports directly into the Chief Technology Officer. Given the unprecedented situation of COVID-19, we are currently working as a hybrid model with coming into the Chicago office and working from home. What you'll do:
Employ Full Stack Development to build out a new web-based Futures Trading processing system Partner with Back Office and Infrastructure teams to define new standards and implement them across development for our Python applications Integrate with microservices written in C# or C+
to leverage common functionality Design enhancements for our user interface implement in Python Investigate Python and user interface technologies to create a dynamic user experience What you'll need:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field At least 1 year of professional experience coding in Python Strong communication skills specifically when it comes to understanding requirements and translating that into code Experience working in an agile environment Good energy, creativity, and strong time management skills Benefits Highlights Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs. Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:
Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program with discretionary employer match Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage; generous employer cost-sharing Tuition reimbursement for Undergraduate and Graduate courses Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses Life insurance and long-term disability coverage Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships) Generous vacation time (15-day accrual in first full calendar year of employment; prorated accrual in initial year), paid holidays, and paid maternity/paternity leave Weekly catered lunches and monthly continental breakfasts Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual holiday party Enjoyable work environment including a game room (foosball, ping pong, Golden Tee) Employee referral bonus program Charitable giving and company matching opportunities Casual, relaxed dress code
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications