Job Description
Join our elite engineering team at Quantum Financial Technologies to revolutionize equity options trading. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design and develop high-performance trading systems that process billions of transactions daily. Collaborate with quantitative analysts and traders to build cutting-edge solutions using C++, Python, and cloud-native architectures. Work in a dynamic environment where your code directly impacts market efficiency and financial innovation. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in one of Atlanta's fastest-growing FinTech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement low-latency trading systems for equity options pricing and execution
- Optimize algorithms for high-frequency trading (HFT) and market-making strategies
- Develop real-time risk management frameworks for options portfolios
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate trading platforms with market data feeds
- Lead code reviews and mentor junior engineers on best practices
- Monitor system performance and implement scalability improvements
- Ensure compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations for trading systems
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in C++/Python development for financial systems
- Expert knowledge of equity options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial Tree)
- Proficiency in low-latency networking and multi-threaded programming
- Familiarity with FIX protocol and exchange connectivity (NYSE, NASDAQ, CBOE)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and containerization technologies
- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate complex trading strategies into code
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field