Job Description
Join our pioneering fintech team in San Diego and revolutionize equity options trading platforms. We're seeking a brilliant Software Engineer to build cutting-edge systems for institutional trading desks. Enjoy competitive weekly pay while working with top-tier talent in a dynamic environment. This contract role offers unparalleled exposure to high-frequency trading technologies and derivative pricing models.
Responsibilities
- Develop low-latency trading systems for equity options execution and risk management
- Implement complex financial algorithms for options pricing and volatility modeling
- Optimize C++ and Python code for microsecond-level performance in live markets
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to design derivative pricing engines
- Build robust APIs connecting trading platforms to market data feeds
- Debug and resolve production issues in high-stakes trading environments
- Document technical specifications and contribute to codebase architecture
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in software development with financial systems
- Expert proficiency in C++ and Python with strong OOP fundamentals
- Deep understanding of equity options, derivatives, and market microstructure
- Experience with Linux, TCP/IP networking, and low-latency architectures
- Knowledge of FIX protocol and exchange connectivity frameworks
- Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure trading environments
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field