Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Solutions as a Weekend Equity Options Software Engineer and architect cutting-edge trading platforms in New Mexico's thriving tech hub. We're seeking innovative minds to build high-performance systems for complex derivatives pricing, risk management, and algorithmic trading. This unique weekend role offers competitive compensation, remote flexibility, and the chance to work alongside industry leaders in financial technology. Albuquerque's low cost of living and vibrant culture make it an ideal base for tech professionals seeking work-life balance without sacrificing career growth.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement low-latency trading systems for equity options pricing and execution
- Develop quantitative models for options valuation, Greeks calculation, and risk analytics
- Optimize C++/Python code for high-frequency trading environments
- Collaborate with quants to validate financial models and implement algorithmic strategies
- Ensure system compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations for derivatives trading
- Monitor and troubleshoot production systems during weekend trading sessions
- Document architecture and contribute to technical roadmaps for derivatives platform evolution
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Finance (MS preferred)
- 3+ years experience in C++/Python for financial systems development
- Deep understanding of equity options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial, Monte Carlo)
- Proven experience with low-latency trading systems and market data feeds
- Familiarity with FIX protocol and derivatives exchange connectivity
- Strong knowledge of Linux, multithreading, and performance optimization
- Experience with SQL databases and time-series data processing
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts with minimal supervision