Job Description
Join our pioneering team at FinTech Innovations Inc. as a Senior Equity Options Software Engineer! We're revolutionizing financial technology with cutting-edge solutions for global derivatives markets. This unique weekend shift opportunity allows you to build mission-critical systems while enjoying a flexible schedule. As a key member of our Cleveland-based (remote-first) engineering team, you'll develop high-performance platforms supporting complex equity options pricing, risk management, and trading operations. Our collaborative environment values innovation and professional growth, offering competitive compensation and the chance to impact multi-billion dollar financial systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement robust software solutions for equity options pricing models and trading algorithms
- Develop low-latency systems handling real-time market data processing and risk calculations
- Create comprehensive test suites for derivatives trading platforms ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to translate financial models into production-ready code
- Optimize existing systems for scalability and performance in high-frequency trading environments
- Document technical specifications and contribute to engineering best practices
- Participate in agile development cycles with weekend sprint planning and retrospectives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in software development with focus on financial derivatives systems
- Proficiency in C++, Java, or Python with strong understanding of multithreading and concurrency
- Deep knowledge of equity options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Monte Carlo, Binomial Trees)
- Experience with market data protocols (FIX, OUCH, ITCH) and exchange connectivity
- Familiarity with Linux environments, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP)
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to debug complex financial systems
- Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration