Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Technologies, a leader in fintech innovation, as an Equity Options Software Engineer in San Jose. Enjoy weekly pay while building cutting-edge trading platforms that power global financial markets. We offer a dynamic environment where your code directly impacts Wall Street's most complex derivatives. Collaborate with elite quants and traders to design low-latency systems processing millions of transactions daily. Our competitive benefits include flexible work arrangements, continuous learning stipends, and equity participation in a rapidly growing unicorn.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain high-performance equity options pricing and trading algorithms
- Optimize C++/Python code for microsecond-level execution in distributed systems
- Implement risk management models for complex multi-leg option strategies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate quantitative requirements into production-ready code
- Own the full lifecycle of features from design through deployment and monitoring
- Contribute to cloud-native architecture using AWS/GCP services
- Stay ahead of regulatory changes (SEC/FINRA) in derivatives markets
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Computer Science, Mathematics, or equivalent with 4+ years experience
- Expertise in C++, Python, or Java with low-latency system design
- Deep understanding of equity options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Monte Carlo)
- Proven track record in high-frequency trading systems or fintech
- Familiarity with FIX protocol and market data feeds (Bloomberg, Refinitiv)
- Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud infrastructure
- Strong problem-solving skills with competitive programming background