Job Description
Join our dynamic team at Quantum Financial Solutions as a Senior Equity Options Software Engineer. You'll design and build high-performance trading systems that power our options trading desk, leveraging cutting-edge technology to solve complex financial challenges. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work with collaborative in-office sessions in our Kansas City innovation hub. You'll work alongside world-class quants and traders to develop real-time pricing engines and risk management platforms that handle billions in daily transactions.
We're seeking a passionate engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is excited by the intersection of finance and technology. Our culture emphasizes innovation, continuous learning, and making a tangible impact in the derivatives market. If you're ready to shape the future of options trading technology, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement low-latency options pricing algorithms and risk models using C++ and Python
- Develop microservices architecture for options trading workflows using Kubernetes and Docker
- Optimize trading systems for high-frequency execution and market data processing
- Collaborate with traders to translate complex financial requirements into technical specifications
- Lead code reviews and mentor junior engineers in best practices
- Implement robust testing frameworks for financial models and trading systems
- Monitor system performance and proactively identify optimization opportunities
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field (MS preferred)
- 5+ years experience in financial software development, specifically with options derivatives
- Expert proficiency in C++ and Python with strong multithreading knowledge
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes and Monte Carlo pricing models
- Experience with high-performance trading systems and low-latency architectures
- Familiarity with FIX protocol and market data feeds (ITCH/ITCHv4.1)
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile environments