Job Description
Join our dynamic night shift team as an Equity Options Software Engineer at Quantum Financial Systems. This critical role involves developing high-performance trading platforms for complex equity derivatives. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain low-latency systems that power global financial markets. Our Colorado Springs operations offer a collaborative environment with cutting-edge technology and competitive compensation packages. Night shift positions include premium pay and flexible scheduling options.
We're seeking innovative engineers passionate about financial technology who thrive in fast-paced environments. This role requires deep expertise in options pricing models, distributed systems, and real-time data processing. You'll work on mission-critical systems handling billions in daily transactions while ensuring 99.99% uptime. Our commitment to work-life balance includes comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values technical excellence.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement low-latency trading systems for equity options derivatives
- Develop pricing algorithms for complex exotic options products
- Optimize real-time data processing pipelines for market feeds
- Collaborate with quants to model and validate trading strategies
- Ensure system reliability through rigorous testing and monitoring
- Document technical specifications and maintain code quality standards
- Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for critical production systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (MS preferred)
- 5+ years experience in C++/Python for financial software development
- Expertise in options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Monte Carlo)
- Strong background in distributed systems and high-frequency trading
- Experience with FIX protocol and market data feeds
- Proven ability to work independently during night shift hours
- Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP) and containerization
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for financial derivatives