Job Description
Join our elite team at Quantum Financial Solutions, where innovation meets finance. We're seeking a brilliant part-time Equity Options Software Engineer to architect cutting-edge trading systems that power global derivatives markets. This hybrid role demands deep technical expertise in options pricing algorithms and high-performance distributed systems. Collaborate with PhD quants and senior developers to transform complex financial models into scalable, low-latency solutions. Enjoy flexible hours while working on mission-critical infrastructure that processes billions in daily transactions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-frequency options pricing engines using C++/Python
- Develop risk management modules for exotic derivatives portfolios
- Optimize trading algorithms for millisecond execution on exchanges
- Create real-time analytics dashboards for options volatility surfaces
- Integrate with FIX protocol and exchange APIs for automated trading
- Conduct rigorous backtesting of strategies using historical market data
- Maintain compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations for derivatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering (MS preferred)
- 3+ years experience in options pricing or derivatives technology
- Expertise in stochastic calculus and Black-Scholes variants
- Proficiency in C++, Python, and low-latency systems
- Familiarity with exchange protocols (FIX, OUCH/OUT)
- Knowledge of Linux kernel tuning and network optimization
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) for financial workloads
- Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments