Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Systems as an Entry-Level Equity Options Software Engineer and build cutting-edge financial technology solutions from day one. We're seeking passionate innovators to develop high-performance trading platforms, optimize option pricing models, and create intuitive user interfaces for institutional clients. Our collaborative environment offers mentorship from industry veterans and opportunities to work on mission-critical systems handling billions in transactions.
Located in sunny Long Beach with flexible remote work options, we provide competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and a culture that values creativity and technical excellence. Perfect for recent graduates or career changers eager to enter the dynamic fintech space.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain low-latency equity options trading algorithms
- Implement option pricing models using stochastic calculus and numerical methods
- Design RESTful APIs for real-time market data and order execution
- Collaborate with quants to validate financial models and backtesting frameworks
- Optimize database queries for high-volume financial data processing
- Write unit tests and documentation ensuring regulatory compliance
- Participate in agile sprints to deliver features on tight deadlines
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
- Proficiency in Python, C++, or Java with strong fundamentals in OOP
- Familiarity with financial markets and derivatives (equity options preferred)
- Experience with Linux, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
- Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
- Ability to learn complex financial concepts quickly
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Portfolio demonstrating software projects (academic or personal)