Job Description
Join our dynamic fintech team at FinTech Innovations Inc. as an Entry Level Equity Options Software Engineer! We're revolutionizing financial derivatives trading through cutting-edge technology. This role offers unparalleled exposure to equity options pricing models, real-time trading systems, and regulatory compliance frameworks. You'll collaborate with seasoned quants and engineers to build scalable solutions that impact millions of transactions daily. Our Denver headquarters boasts a collaborative culture, competitive benefits, and mentorship programs designed to accelerate your career growth. If you're passionate about finance, technology, and solving complex problems, this is your launchpad into the high-stakes world of options trading.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain low-latency systems for equity options pricing and risk analysis
- Implement algorithms for options valuation using Black-Scholes and Monte Carlo methods
- Integrate with market data feeds to process real-time option chains and volatility surfaces
- Build automated trading strategies with strict risk management controls
- Contribute to regulatory reporting systems for SEC and FINRA compliance
- Optimize database queries for high-volume financial data processing
- Participate in agile sprints to deliver features iteratively
- Document technical specifications for trading systems and APIs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related field
- Proficiency in Python, C++, or Java with strong algorithmic problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with SQL databases and data structures
- Understanding of financial derivatives markets (options, futures, swaps)
- Experience with Linux environments and version control systems (Git)
- Basic knowledge of statistical modeling and numerical methods
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments
- 0-2 years of professional software development experience