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Equity Options Software Engineer (Night Shift) - Tampa, FL

Apex Market Systems
Tampa, FL
Estimated Salary
USD 140.000 – USD 180.000
Live Update
9 Juli 2026
Deadline
9 Jul 2027

Job Description

Join the Future of Financial Engineering

We are a premier market-making firm specializing in high-frequency equity options trading. We are looking for a talented Software Engineer to join our night operations team in Tampa. If you are passionate about low-latency systems, complex quantitative models, and the intricacies of the options market, we want to hear from you.

As a night shift engineer, you will play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing our pricing engines that execute millions of trades daily. You will work in a high-performance environment where your code directly impacts market liquidity and profitability.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive compensation package with performance bonuses.
  • Work with cutting-edge technology in a state-of-the-art Tampa facility.
  • Deep dive into equity options pricing strategies and risk management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and maintain low-latency C++ code for equity options pricing engines.
  • Analyze market data streams to identify arbitrage opportunities and optimize execution strategies.
  • Monitor system performance during night shifts and perform proactive maintenance to ensure 99.99% uptime.
  • Collaborate with quantitative analysts to refine mathematical models for option valuation.
  • Debug complex financial algorithms and resolve critical production issues in real-time.
  • Implement and enforce best practices for code security and data integrity.

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ (C++11/14/17) with experience in low-latency environments.
  • Deep understanding of financial derivatives, specifically equity options (Black-Scholes, Binomial trees, etc.).
  • Experience with Python for data analysis and model prototyping.
  • Knowledge of Linux environments, shell scripting, and network protocols.
  • Availability to work the Night Shift (e.g., 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM or similar).

Required Skills

C++ Python Low-Latency Programming Equity Options Financial Engineering Market Making Risk Management Linux Shell Scripting Quantitative Analysis Night Shift Tampa Florida

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