Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Tech's elite engineering team as a Weekend Shift Software Engineer specializing in Equity Options trading platforms. We're seeking a visionary developer to architect and build cutting-edge solutions for our high-frequency trading division. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that directly impact global financial markets, with competitive compensation and a flexible weekend schedule.
Our Denver-based innovation hub combines fintech expertise with agile methodologies, allowing you to collaborate with top-tier quants and traders while mastering next-gen trading technologies. Enjoy premium benefits including equity participation, professional development stipends, and a collaborative remote-first culture.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement low-latency trading systems for equity options pricing and execution
- Develop quantitative models for options Greeks calculation and risk management
- Optimize C++/Java microservices for high-frequency trading environments
- Integrate FIX protocol for real-time market data and order routing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on regulatory compliance initiatives
- Lead code reviews and mentor junior engineers on best practices
- Monitor system performance during weekend market events
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in C++ or Java for high-performance trading systems
- Expert knowledge of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
- Proficiency in Linux environments and low-latency optimization techniques
- Familiarity with FIX protocol and market data feeds (ITCH/ITCH)
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
- Experience with distributed systems and message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
- Strong problem-solving skills for complex financial algorithms
- Ability to work independently during weekend trading hours