Software Engineering

Key Takeaways from a Senior Software Developer at DRW

Brawnski, a Senior Software Engineer at DRW tells us about the first time he knew he wanted to be a programmer, his team's responsibilities, and what helped him prepare for his career in the industry.

An Engineer’s Unique Approach to Optimizing Systems

With her extensive organization and documentation skills, Michelle is known as someone who can get things done.

Learn more about our intern projects: Jen

When it comes to her work, Jen – a software development intern on our Research Infrastructure team – relies on logic to navigate her project and her team. Read below to understand how that influences her work every day.

Cracking the code: How 4 Chicago women discovered their passion for engineering

Why Chicago Is The Right Place for Women in STEM, According to This Software Engineer

Carissa had just finished her master’s degree in computer science and was ready to leave the world of classrooms behind her. Previously a high school math teacher on the verge of burnout, she’d decided to make the leap to software engineering with little technical experience in her past and a lot of hope for more varied waters in her future.

Meet Katrina, Software Developer at DRW

Five books for software developers early in their career

When you’re starting your career, it can be valuable to continually immerse yourself in learning – a core tenant at DRW. Shannon, a Senior Software Engineer on our compliance team, shares five resources that helped her get ahead early on in her career – and can help you too! Find out her recommendations below.

What's it like to be an Illinois City Scholar? Jimin shares her experience in Chicago

This January, DRW Chicago welcomed three students from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for an internship through the inaugural City Scholars program. A group of electrical and computer engineering students spent the spring semester living in Chicago and interning part-time at local companies while also taking classes. We spoke with one of our City Scholars, Jimin, about her experience in the program, at DRW and in Chicago.