Job Description
Join our elite team at Nexus Financial Technologies, where innovation meets high-stakes finance. We're seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in equity options systems to power our next-generation trading infrastructure. This night-shift role (10 PM - 6 AM ET) offers unparalleled exposure to real-time derivatives processing, low-latency architecture, and cutting-edge financial modeling. You'll collaborate with quant analysts and traders to build mission-critical systems handling billions in daily transactions.
Why Nexus? Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to work in Atlanta's vibrant tech hub while supporting global markets during off-peak hours. Our culture values technical excellence, continuous learning, and work-life balance through structured shift rotations.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++/Python systems for equity options pricing and risk management
- Optimize trading algorithms for sub-microsecond latency in real-time market data processing
- Implement complex financial models for volatility surfaces and exotic derivatives
- Collaborate with quants to validate mathematical models against live market conditions
- Own system reliability through rigorous testing, monitoring, and incident response
- Mentor junior engineers on financial domain knowledge and best practices
Qualifications
- 5+ years in software engineering with 3+ years in derivatives or financial systems
- Expert proficiency in C++ and Python with strong multithreading experience
- Deep understanding of equity options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial, Monte Carlo)
- Proven track record in low-latency systems and market data protocols (FIX, OUCH)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Finance
- Familiarity with Linux kernel tuning and network optimization
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and container orchestration