Optiver

Proprietary Software Developer

Optiver is a worldwide market maker and derivatives trading firm with offices strategically located in Chicago, Amsterdam and Sydney.  Attracting very ambitious, talented and results-oriented individuals to become members of a highly selective trading and support group is a primary contributor to our growth and success.   Optiver US, LLC is registered with the SEC as a broker-dealer and participates in trading on various US securities and commodities exchanges.

Being at the forefront of trading across global markets requires the fastest, most reliable applications. It is a combination of our cutting-edge technology and people who develop it that contributes so greatly to our success.  We have invested heavily in IT, developing sophisticated in-house trading models and applications that take advantage of arbitrage opportunities. The working environment at Optiver is truly unique; casual dress and low on bureaucracy, with energy focused on fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Position Title:

Proprietary Software Developer

Location:

Chicago

Department:

Information Technology

Reports to:

Development Team Lead

 

 

Responsibilities

·         Design and develop proprietary software applications used to execute proprietary trading strategies

·         Develop, modify and maintain applications which may need to be customized or standardized

·         Participate in deadlines aligned with the software development life cycle

·         Participate in code reviews

 

Requirements

·         BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer and Electrical Engineering or related degree.

·         Depth in either C++ and/or C#

·         Network programming (TCP/IP)

·         Linux and Windows development experience

·         Strong understanding of Computer Science principles and concepts including Algorithms, Data Structures, Multiprocessing and Performance

·         Strong understanding of Object Oriented programming and design

·         Strong understanding of machine architecture, operating systems interactions (memory management, i/o systems, sockets, inter process communications)

·         Strong desire to build software for a leading proprietary trading firm; experience in all aspects of the SDLC, from requirements gathering to production deployment

·         Strong interest in working in a proprietary trading firm

·         Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment

 

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