Job Description
Join our dynamic team as an Entry-Level Equity Options Software Engineer and revolutionize financial trading systems. At FinTech Solutions Inc., we're pioneering next-gen platforms for derivatives trading, and we need your fresh perspective to drive innovation. You'll collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and deploy high-performance software solutions that power global equity options markets. Our Louisville hub offers competitive compensation, mentorship programs, and a culture that values technical excellence and career growth. If you're passionate about finance, technology, and solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment, this is your launchpad.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Java/Python applications for equity options pricing and risk management systems
- Implement low-latency trading algorithms and real-time data processing pipelines
- Collaborate with quants to translate financial models into scalable software solutions
- Write unit/integration tests and optimize system performance for high-frequency trading
- Document code and contribute to technical specifications for regulatory compliance
- Participate in Agile sprints and code reviews to ensure code quality and best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related quantitative field
- 0-2 years of software development experience (internships/co-ops acceptable)
- Proficiency in Java, Python, or C++ with strong OOP fundamentals
- Familiarity with Linux environments, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
- Basic understanding of financial markets and derivatives (options, futures)
- Problem-solving skills through coding challenges or personal projects
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to evolving technologies