Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Technologies as an Entry-Level Equity Options Software Engineer and launch your career at the intersection of finance and cutting-edge technology. We're seeking passionate innovators to build the next generation of trading platforms for global financial markets. No experience required – we provide comprehensive training and mentorship from industry veterans. Work in our state-of-the-art Columbus headquarters where you'll collaborate with top-tier developers to design, test, and deploy high-performance systems handling billions in daily transactions. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for rapid career growth in one of America's fastest-growing tech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain low-latency trading systems for equity options pricing and execution
- Implement complex financial models in Java/C++ for risk analysis and market data processing
- Write unit tests and integration tests for trading algorithms and data pipelines
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to translate financial requirements into technical specifications
- Optimize database queries and API performance for real-time market data feeds
- Document code and system architecture for cross-team knowledge sharing
- Participate in agile sprints and code reviews to ensure code quality
Qualifications
- Recent graduate or career-changer with Computer Science/Engineering degree or equivalent
- Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming
- Proficiency in at least one compiled language (Java, C++, or C#)
- Basic knowledge of SQL and database principles
- Interest in financial markets and derivatives trading concepts
- Problem-solving skills demonstrated through coding challenges or personal projects
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to evolving technologies
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities