Job Description
Are you a top-tier Software Engineer looking to make an impact in the high-stakes world of Equity Options?
Apex Trading Solutions is seeking a dedicated professional for our Weekend Shift team in New York. We are looking for a visionary developer to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers our global equity derivatives platform. If you have a passion for low-latency systems and financial markets, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced financial environment.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity for rapid career growth in a leading FinTech firm.
We are open to candidates based in New York or Houston, TX, with a willingness to work the specified weekend shift.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain high-performance, low-latency software for Equity Options trading systems.
- Ensure system stability and execute critical maintenance patches during weekend shifts.
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts to model and optimize complex option pricing algorithms.
- Debug production issues and implement scalable solutions to improve system throughput.
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers on best practices in financial engineering.
- Implement rigorous security protocols to safeguard sensitive financial data.
- Stay updated with the latest financial regulations and trading mechanisms in the US markets.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional experience in Software Engineering, preferably within FinTech or High-Frequency Trading.
- Strong proficiency in C++, Python, or Java.
- Deep understanding of Equity Options mechanics, derivatives, and market data structures.
- Proven ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and nights.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
- Familiarity with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ) and distributed systems.