Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Systems as a Senior Equity Options Software Engineer and lead the development of next-generation trading platforms in Houston's vibrant financial district. We're seeking an expert to architect low-latency systems that power complex derivatives trading for global institutions. This immediate hire role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, high-performance environment.
Our engineers tackle high-stakes challenges in options pricing, risk management, and market data processing. You'll collaborate with quantitative researchers and traders to build robust solutions that handle billions in daily transactions. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values innovation and professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-performance trading systems for equity options pricing and execution
- Develop real-time risk analytics and position management modules
- Optimize FIX protocol integrations for multi-venue connectivity
- Create low-latency market data processing pipelines with sub-millisecond latency
- Collaborate with quants to implement Black-Scholes and Monte Carlo models
- Lead code reviews and mentor junior engineers on best practices
- Ensure 99.99% system uptime through rigorous testing and monitoring
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in C++/Python development for financial systems
- Expert knowledge of equity options pricing models and derivatives
- Proven track record building low-latency trading platforms
- Strong Linux systems programming and network optimization skills
- Experience with FIX protocol, OMS/EMS architectures
- Deep understanding of exchange connectivity protocols
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP) for financial applications