Job Description
Are you a visionary engineer looking to disrupt the financial landscape? Apex Financial Systems is seeking a top-tier Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in New York. We specialize in building next-generation equity options trading engines and valuation tools.
We pride ourselves on our culture of innovation and transparency. As part of our team, you will not only work with cutting-edge technology but also receive a competitive equity options package that aligns your success with the company's growth. If you have a passion for fintech and high-performance computing, this is your opportunity to build the future.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable software architectures for high-frequency equity options trading platforms.
- Collaborate closely with quantitative analysts to translate complex financial models into efficient, low-latency code.
- Optimize database queries and system performance to handle millions of transactions per second.
- Ensure the security and integrity of financial data through rigorous testing and compliance adherence.
- Lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of continuous learning.
- Conduct code reviews and contribute to the technical roadmap for our proprietary trading software.
Qualifications
- BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 5+ years of professional software development experience in the financial services or high-frequency trading sector.
- Strong proficiency in Python, Java, C++, or Go.
- Deep understanding of financial derivatives, specifically equity options and volatility modeling.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.