Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Technologies as a Senior Equity Options Software Engineer and revolutionize the future of financial trading systems. We're seeking a visionary engineer to design, develop, and deploy high-performance software solutions for complex equity options pricing and risk management platforms. Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your expertise in low-latency systems directly impacts multi-billion dollar trading operations.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive equity package and comprehensive benefits
- Access to cutting-edge trading infrastructure
- Opportunity to shape next-gen fintech solutions
- Hybrid work model with state-of-the-art downtown Houston office
Responsibilities
- Architect and implement real-time options pricing engines using C++ and Python
- Optimize trading algorithms for microsecond-level latency requirements
- Develop robust risk analytics frameworks for complex derivatives portfolios
- Collaborate with quants to model volatility surfaces and Greeks calculations
- Ensure 99.99% system uptime through rigorous testing and monitoring
- Mentor junior engineers on best practices in financial software development
- Participate in agile sprints to deliver features bi-weekly
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field (MS preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in options trading software development
- Expert proficiency in C++ and Python with Linux environments
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes models and Monte Carlo simulations
- Experience with low-latency messaging protocols (FIX, FAST)
- Strong background in multithreading and distributed systems
- Knowledge of exchange connectivity protocols (NYSE, NASDAQ)
- Proven track record in high-throughput financial systems