Job Description
Join our dynamic finance technology team as an Entry-Level Equity Options Software Engineer. This is your gateway into high-frequency trading systems, where you'll build mission-critical software powering global equity derivatives markets. No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive training in options pricing models, trading protocols, and low-latency architectures. Work alongside PhD quants and senior developers to shape the future of algorithmic trading.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain C++/Python modules for options pricing and risk analysis
- Implement real-time trading interfaces handling 10,000+ transactions/sec
- Collaborate with traders to translate complex strategies into technical specifications
- Debug and optimize trading systems with sub-microsecond latency requirements
- Contribute to regulatory compliance frameworks for derivatives trading
- Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for production system support
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, or Physics
- Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, and OOP
- Passion for financial markets and willingness to learn derivatives concepts
- Experience with Linux, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
- Problem-solving skills demonstrated through competitive programming or projects
- Excellent communication abilities for cross-functional collaboration