Job Description
Join Quantum Financial Systems, a leader in high-frequency trading technology, as a Senior Equity Options Software Engineer. We're revolutionizing options trading platforms with cutting-edge algorithms and ultra-low latency systems. This remote role offers the flexibility to work from Boston, MA or Georgia while shaping the future of financial markets.
What You'll Achieve:
- Architect and implement real-time options pricing and risk management systems
- Optimize trading algorithms for microsecond performance
- Collaborate with quants to model complex derivatives strategies
- Drive innovation in market data processing and execution infrastructure
Responsibilities
- Design scalable options trading platforms handling 10M+ transactions daily
- Develop low-latency C++ and Python modules for options pricing models
- Implement market surveillance and risk controls for options portfolios
- Lead code reviews and performance tuning for trading systems
- Mentor junior engineers on financial technology best practices
- Partner with compliance teams to ensure regulatory adherence
Qualifications
- 5+ years in software engineering with 3+ years in financial derivatives
- Expertise in C++, multithreading, and Linux kernel optimization
- Deep understanding of Black-Scholes, binomial trees, and volatility modeling
- Experience with FIX protocol, market data feeds (ITCH/ITCH), and OMS/EMS
- Strong background in distributed systems and high-performance computing
- Bachelor's degree in CS, Math, or Engineering (MS preferred)
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Series 86/87) a plus