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Equity Options Software Engineer - Immediate Hire - Washington DC

ApexQuant Financial Technologies
Washington
Estimated Salary
USD 140.000 – USD 190.000
Live Update
9 Juli 2026
Deadline
9 Jul 2027

Job Description

We are seeking a visionary Software Engineer to architect and maintain the core infrastructure for our high-frequency equity options trading platform. This role is critical to our success, requiring a deep understanding of financial markets and the ability to deliver software that operates at the edge of performance. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a dedicated professional.

Key Highlights:
- Work with state-of-the-art technology stacks.
- Competitive salary and equity package.
- Collaborative culture focused on innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy low-latency software components for real-time equity options pricing engines.
  • Collaborate with quantitative researchers to translate mathematical models into efficient, production-ready code.
  • Optimize database queries and message queues to handle massive throughput of market data.
  • Implement robust risk management algorithms to monitor exposure and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct rigorous testing and debugging to ensure system stability during peak market hours.
  • Mentor team members and contribute to architectural decisions.

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering (related field).
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in software engineering, preferably within finance, fintech, or high-frequency trading.
  • Strong proficiency in C++, Java, or Python with a focus on performance.
  • Deep understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial) and volatility surfaces.
  • Experience with FIX Protocol, TCP/IP, and WebSocket communications.
  • Familiarity with Linux system programming and performance profiling tools.

Required Skills

C++ Java Python Options Pricing Low Latency FIX Protocol Risk Management Fintech Quantitative Trading

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