Job Description
Join our elite team at Quantum Financial Solutions as an Equity Options Software Engineer on our weekend shift. You'll architect and maintain high-performance trading systems that power global equity options markets. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge financial technology while enjoying a balanced weekend schedule in Charlotte's thriving tech hub.
We're seeking a passionate engineer to develop low-latency trading platforms, optimize option pricing models, and ensure system reliability during critical market hours. Our collaborative environment values innovation and continuous learning, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including equity participation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-throughput trading systems for equity options execution
- Develop and optimize option pricing algorithms and risk management models
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to enhance market data processing
- Ensure system scalability and performance during weekend trading sessions
- Implement robust security protocols for sensitive financial data
- Participate in agile development cycles with daily standups and retrospectives
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical documentation
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in low-latency financial software development
- Expert knowledge of equity options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial Trees)
- Proficiency in C++, Java, or Python with multithreading experience
- Familiarity with FIX protocol and market data feeds (ITCH/ITCHv5.0)
- Experience with distributed systems and cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP)
- Strong understanding of financial regulations (SEC, FINRA)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts with minimal supervision