Software Engineer, Options/Equities Trading Systems
A top-tier financial firm is seeking a skilled Software Developer to join its Options or its Equities team. This role involves building and optimizing automated trading systems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You'll work closely with engineers and quantitative analysts to solve complex technical challenges that directly impact trading performance.
- Design and enhance low-latency, high-performance trading systems for options or equities.
- Own and optimize infrastructure to ensure reliability and scalability.
- Collaborate on system architecture and strategy in a rigorous, team-oriented setting.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience from a quantitative trading firm or fund.
- Proven experience developing live trading systems or performance-sensitive software.
- Proficiency in C++ or Java.
- Familiarity with U.S. options or equities markets is a plus.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in project or personnel management.
- Exposure to high-performance computing environments.
Includes substantial year-end bonus (guaranteed in first year), medical coverage, 401(k) matching, wellness reimbursement, family-building support, and charitable gift matching.
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