Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Technologies as an Entry Level Equity Options Software Engineer and build the future of financial derivatives trading platforms. We're a Charlotte-based fintech innovator expanding our Virginia operations, seeking passionate engineers to develop mission-critical systems for institutional equity options trading. You'll work alongside PhD quants and senior developers to create high-performance, low-latency trading platforms used by global investment firms. Our collaborative environment offers mentorship, cutting-edge projects, and rapid career growth in a thriving tech hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain core components of equity options pricing and risk management systems
- Implement real-time market data processing and trade execution algorithms
- Build robust APIs connecting trading platforms to exchange gateways
- Optimize C++/Python code for ultra-low latency trading environments
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to model complex option strategies
- Write unit tests and documentation ensuring system reliability
- Participate in agile sprints and code reviews with senior engineers
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design
- Proficiency in C++ and/or Python (3+ months of project experience)
- Familiarity with Linux environments and Git version control
- Basic understanding of financial markets and derivatives concepts
- Problem-solving skills demonstrated through coding challenges or projects
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to complex technical domains