Qube Research & Technologies
Market Microstructure Researcher
$180K–$260K
Chicago, New York +1 · Full-time · Posted Feb 2, 2026
- Location
- Chicago, New York
Chicago, Illinois, United States - Experience
- 5+ years of experience in data analysis and/or low-level systems and network engineering.
- Education
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
About the job
Optimize exchange connectivity and interaction for high-frequency trading strategies by analyzing protocols and network performance, testing execution improvements, and applying findings with trading and research teams.
What you'll do
- Analyze network and exchange protocol captures and identify communication inefficiencies.
- Research exchange features and conduct experiments to improve execution and fill rates.
- Analyze large datasets and collaborate with trading and research teams to improve internal execution systems.
What they ask for
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in data analysis and/or low-level systems and network engineering.
- Strong skills in Python and time-series analysis.
- Understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP and Ethernet.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with market microstructure and low-latency trading.
- Advanced networking and GNU/Linux knowledge.
Pay
$180,000 to $260,000 per year (USD, base salary)
Tools
Python, TCP/IP, Ethernet, GNU/Linux
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