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Optiver is a leading proprietary trading firm and market maker based in Amsterdam, specializing in exchange-listed financial instruments such as options, ETFs, and futures. Founded in 1986, Optiver operates globally with over 1,000 employees and is known for its advanced trading technology and quant...
Optiver offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, and equity options. Employees enjoy a generous PTO policy, flexible working arrangemen...
Optiver fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and a strong focus on technology. The firm values t...

Optiver • New York, New York
Optiver is seeking an FPGA Engineer to build hardware-based trading systems that enhance network infrastructure and trading components. You'll work closely with traders and software engineers, leveraging your skills in C, C++, and Linux. This position offers a competitive salary of $200,000.
You have a strong background in hardware engineering, particularly in designing and implementing FPGA solutions for high-speed trading systems. Your experience includes working with low-latency algorithms and high-bandwidth computation, ensuring that your designs meet the rigorous demands of trading environments. You are comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including traders and software developers, to identify and solve complex business problems. Your technical skills in C and C++ are complemented by your proficiency in Linux, allowing you to develop robust and efficient hardware solutions. You take pride in delivering high-quality work that contributes to the stability and efficiency of trading operations.
Experience with network infrastructure and an understanding of trading systems will set you apart. Familiarity with cutting-edge server hardware and the ability to research and implement new low-latency techniques will enhance your contributions to the team. A proactive approach to managing relationships with third-party vendors and stakeholders is also beneficial.
As an FPGA Engineer at Optiver, you will be responsible for accelerating network infrastructure and trading system components through innovative hardware designs. You will research and implement new low-latency techniques, ensuring that our trading systems remain competitive and efficient. Collaborating closely with traders and software engineers, you will gain insights into the specific challenges faced in trading and develop bespoke solutions that address these issues. Your role will involve managing the entire development process, from ideation to implementation, ensuring that your systems are reliable and performant. You will leverage the best available hardware or build in-house versions to optimize the performance of our FPGAs, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the trading operations, enhancing the overall performance and stability of the market.
Optiver provides a competitive salary of $200,000, along with a discretionary bonus based on performance. You will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values engineering excellence and problem-solving. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. We foster a culture of continuous learning and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in making a significant impact in the trading industry through cutting-edge hardware solutions.
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