Job Description
Join our elite night shift team at Quantum Financial Technologies, where innovation meets high-stakes finance. We're seeking a passionate Equity Options Software Engineer to architect and build mission-critical trading systems in our Raleigh hub. This role offers unparalleled exposure to complex financial instruments while maintaining a competitive work-life balance with our 10 PM - 6 AM schedule. You'll collaborate with top-tier quants and traders to optimize options pricing models and real-time execution platforms.
Why You'll Thrive Here: Cutting-edge tech stack including C++, Python, and Kubernetes; mentorship from industry veterans; and direct impact on $2B+ daily trading volumes. Enjoy premium benefits including equity participation, wellness stipends, and flexible scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement low-latency options trading algorithms in C++ and Python
- Develop real-time risk management systems for exotic derivatives
- Optimize market data pipelines for options pricing models
- Collaborate with traders to refine execution strategies
- Maintain 99.99% uptime for critical trading infrastructure
- Lead code reviews and architectural decisions
- Document complex financial systems and trading logic
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in high-frequency trading systems
- Expertise in options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial)
- Proficiency in C++, Python, and Linux kernel optimization
- Strong understanding of FIX protocol and market data feeds
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Finance
- Experience with Kubernetes and cloud-native architectures
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements (SEC, FINRA)
- Night shift flexibility and problem-solving mindset