Job Description
Join our elite night shift team at Quantum Financial Technologies, where innovation meets high-stakes finance. As an Equity Options Software Engineer, you'll architect and build mission-critical systems that power global derivatives trading operations. Work collaboratively with quantitative analysts and traders to develop low-latency trading platforms while maintaining strict regulatory compliance. This unique night shift role offers unparalleled exposure to complex financial instruments and the opportunity to shape the future of algorithmic trading.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-performance trading systems for equity options pricing and execution
- Optimize C++/Java code for microsecond-level latency in market data processing
- Develop and maintain risk management modules for complex derivatives portfolios
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features aligned with business objectives
- Conduct thorough testing and debugging of trading algorithms in simulation environments
- Ensure compliance with SEC, FINRA, and exchange regulations in all system designs
- Document technical specifications and contribute to continuous improvement processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in low-latency financial software development
- Expertise in C++ and/or Java with deep knowledge of multithreading and concurrency
- Strong understanding of equity options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial Trees)
- Experience with FIX protocol and market data feeds (ITCH/ITCHv5.0)
- Proficiency in Linux environments, TCP/IP networking, and performance optimization
- Ability to work independently during night shift hours with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for securities trading (SEC, FINRA)