Quantitative Developer - Options trading desk

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development with hands-on experience in real-time trading desk support. This role involves close collaboration with traders, quantitative analysts, and technology teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize workflows, and enhance trading systems. The position demands a deep understanding of financial markets, strong problem-solving abilities, and the technical expertise to develop high-performance tools that improve trading efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Support & Troubleshooting

• Provide real-time support for dealing systems, including flow collecting platforms, order management, and market data feeds.
• Rapidly diagnose and resolve technical issues impacting trading operations.
• Proactively monitor system performance and logs to prevent potential failures.

2. Development & Automation

• Develop and maintain scripts, tools, and dashboards to streamline trading workflows.
• Enhance existing applications by debugging, optimizing, and implementing new features.
• Utilize Python (preferred), C++, or other relevant languages to build low-latency, high-performance trading tools.

3. Collaboration with Traders & Quants

• Gather requirements from traders and quants to develop customized solutions.
• Assist in integrating new trading strategies, APIs, and data sources.
• Provide technical expertise on order execution, market connectivity, and dealing logic.

4. System Monitoring & Reporting

• Implement real-time monitoring solutions to track system health, latency, and performance.
• Generate reports on trading activity, system incidents, and performance metrics.

Required Skills & Qualifications

General Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science (preferred), Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of software development experience, preferably in a trading or financial environment.
• Strong programming skills in Python or C++, with a focus on low-latency and high-performance systems.
• Experience with multi-threading, networking, and real-time system development.
• Knowledge of financial markets, trading concepts, and execution workflows.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Python (mandatory) and UI development.
• Experience with SQL and database management (e.g., PostgreSQL, KDB+).
• Familiarity with FIX protocol, market data APIs, and trading platforms (Bloomberg, Reuters).
• Understanding of networking protocols and low-latency optimizations.
• C++ and KDB/Q knowledge is a strong plus.
• Preferred Qualifications (Financial Markets Knowledge)
• Experience with Bloomberg Terminal and market data tools.
• Knowledge of derivatives, pricing models, and risk management.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced trading floor with high-pressure, real-time demands.
• May require on-call support for critical trading systems.