Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Technologies as an Entry-Level Equity Options Software Engineer and shape the future of financial technology. We're seeking passionate innovators to build cutting-edge trading platforms and risk management systems. No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive training to launch your career in high-frequency financial software development. Collaborate with industry experts in our modern downtown San Antonio office and gain hands-on experience with options pricing models, real-time data processing, and distributed systems. Work on projects that directly impact global financial markets while receiving mentorship from senior engineers.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain C++/Python applications for equity options pricing and risk analysis
- Implement real-time market data processing systems using Kafka and WebSocket APIs
- Build microservices for options trading platforms using Spring Boot and gRPC
- Write unit tests and integration tests for financial algorithms
- Debug and optimize high-frequency trading systems
- Document code and technical specifications
- Collaborate with traders and quantitative analysts to refine requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field (2023 graduates welcome)
- Strong foundation in data structures and algorithms
- Proficiency in Python or C++ (other languages considered with strong aptitude)
- Basic understanding of financial markets and derivatives concepts
- Experience with Linux command line and Git version control
- Problem-solving skills demonstrated through coding challenges or personal projects
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to complex financial systems