Job Description
Join FinTech Innovations Inc., a leader in financial technology, as an Entry Level Software Engineer specializing in equity options trading systems. You'll build high-performance software that powers global derivatives markets while launching your career in finance. Our Seattle team collaborates with top-tier quants and traders to create cutting-edge solutions that handle billions in daily transactions. This role offers mentorship from industry veterans and direct exposure to Wall Street-grade systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement core components for equity options pricing and risk management systems
- Develop low-latency trading platforms handling real-time market data and order execution
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to translate financial models into production code
- Optimize system performance for high-frequency trading environments
- Write unit tests and integration tests ensuring 99.99% system reliability
- Participate in agile development cycles with daily standups and sprint planning
- Document technical specifications and contribute to team knowledge base
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (2023-2024 graduates welcome)
- Proficiency in Java, Python, or C++ with strong understanding of OOP principles
- Experience with SQL databases and RESTful API development
- Familiarity with Linux environments and Git version control
- Basic knowledge of financial markets and derivatives (equity options preferred)
- Problem-solving skills demonstrated through coding challenges or personal projects
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments