Job Description
Are you a recent computer science graduate eager to launch your career in the fast-paced world of high-frequency finance? Apex Derivatives Technologies is looking for a motivated Junior Software Engineer to join our core trading infrastructure team. In this role, you will support the development and maintenance of our robust Equity Options execution engines, working alongside industry veterans to build systems that move the market.
We are committed to fostering talent. If you have a strong foundation in engineering principles and a passion for financial markets, we provide the mentorship and training you need to excel. Join us in shaping the future of equity options trading from the heart of New York City.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, development, and debugging of low-latency C++ components for our Options Trading Platform.
- Analyze market data feeds and identify potential bottlenecks in existing trading systems.
- Collaborate with Quantitative Researchers to implement and test new equity option pricing models.
- Participate in code reviews, testing strategies, and documentation of system architecture.
- Support the deployment of software updates to production trading environments.
- Monitor system performance metrics and troubleshoot issues in real-time.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical field (New Graduates are encouraged to apply).
- Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
- Familiarity with C++, Python, or Java is highly preferred.
- Experience with Linux environments, shell scripting, and version control (Git) is a plus.
- Passion for financial markets, specifically Equity Options, is required.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a high-pressure team environment.
- Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.