Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Systems, a leader in high-frequency trading technology, as we revolutionize the equity options market. We're seeking a brilliant Senior Software Engineer to design and build low-latency trading platforms that process billions of transactions daily. This hybrid role offers unparalleled opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while shaping the future of financial markets. Our San Diego team enjoys state-of-the-art facilities with flexible remote work options.
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize C++/Python-based pricing engines for exotic equity derivatives
- Design high-performance order matching systems with sub-microsecond latency
- Implement risk management algorithms for complex options portfolios
- Create real-time market data processing pipelines for options chains
- Collaborate with quants to model volatility surfaces and Greeks calculations
- Lead system architecture for options clearing and settlement platforms
- Maintain compliance with SEC/FINRA regulations in trading systems
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in low-latency financial software development
- Expertise in C++17/20 and Python with multithreading mastery
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes models and options pricing theory
- Proficiency in Linux kernel optimization and network programming
- Experience with FIX protocol and exchange connectivity systems
- Strong background in distributed systems and microservices architecture
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related quantitative field
- Proven track record of shipping production trading systems