Job Description
Join our dynamic FinTech team as an Entry-Level Equity Options Software Engineer and dive into the high-stakes world of algorithmic trading systems. We're seeking passionate innovators to build and maintain robust platforms that power equity derivatives trading. No experience? No problem! We provide comprehensive training on financial markets, options pricing models, and low-latency architecture. Collaborate with senior engineers to optimize trading algorithms, implement risk management frameworks, and ensure system reliability in fast-paced market environments. If you're ready to launch your career at the intersection of finance and technology, this is your golden opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Java/C++ applications for equity options pricing and risk analysis
- Implement real-time trading algorithms with sub-millisecond latency requirements
- Design and optimize database schemas for high-volume financial data (SQL/NoSQL)
- Integrate third-party market data feeds (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) via REST APIs
- Conduct unit testing and performance tuning in Linux environments
- Document code and technical specifications for compliance audits
- Participate in Agile sprints to deliver features on bi-weekly cycles
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, or related field
- Strong problem-solving skills with object-oriented programming fundamentals
- Basic knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and multithreading concepts
- Familiarity with Git version control and CI/CD pipelines
- Interest in financial markets and willingness to learn options theory
- Ability to thrive in collaborative team environments
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for compliance