Job Description
Join the FinTech Future in Milwaukee, WI
Apex Derivatives Solutions is a leading innovator in high-frequency equity options trading. We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to join our elite engineering team. This role focuses on building and maintaining the core pricing engines and settlement systems that power our global options market.
Due to the 24/7 nature of global markets, we are expanding our weekend operations to ensure seamless trade settlements and system optimization. If you are looking for a challenging role that combines technical depth with financial market expertise, this is your opportunity.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive base salary and performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible work environment (Hybrid/Remote options available in Milwaukee).
- Weekend shift premium and time-off in lieu (TOIL) compensation.
- Access to cutting-edge financial technology and mentorship programs.
Responsibilities
- System Maintenance & Optimization: Lead the implementation and maintenance of weekend maintenance windows to ensure zero downtime for equity options settlement processing and database integrity checks.
- Pricing Engine Development: Develop and fine-tune low-latency algorithms used to calculate option Greeks and fair value in real-time.
- Data Pipeline Architecture: Design and optimize data ingestion pipelines to handle high-volume market data feeds, ensuring sub-millisecond latency.
- Risk Management Integration: Collaborate with quantitative analysts to integrate risk management models into the trading infrastructure.
- Code Quality & Testing: Write robust, scalable code (C++/Python) and implement rigorous unit and integration testing protocols to prevent critical financial errors.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional software engineering experience, preferably in high-frequency trading, fintech, or financial services.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in C++, Python, Java, or Go. Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases.
- Domain Knowledge: Deep understanding of equity options markets, including Black-Scholes models, implied volatility, and option Greeks.
- Reliability: Proven ability to work independently during weekend shifts and handle pressure in a high-stakes environment.