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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 • London, England, United Kingdom
Optiver is seeking a Software Engineer for their Novel Trading Opportunities team to design and build software solutions for trading new products. You'll work with Java and C++ to tackle low-level technical challenges in a fast-paced environment.
You have a strong background in software engineering, with experience in designing and building complex systems. You possess a deep understanding of low-level technical challenges, particularly in the context of trading and market making. Your entrepreneurial mindset allows you to strategically identify the best tools and approaches to achieve business objectives. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to innovate and solve problems. You are comfortable with the technical complexities involved in trading systems and have a passion for developing solutions that elevate business performance.
As a Software Engineer on the Novel Trading Opportunities team, you will be responsible for designing and building the software required to trade new products in innovative ways. You will collaborate closely with the trading team to conceptualize and implement autotrading strategies and develop pricing systems that integrate seamlessly into new markets. Your role will involve weighing time-to-market against technical complexity and debt, ensuring that the solutions you create are both effective and sustainable. You will engage in hands-on development, tackling the technical challenges that arise as you work to expand Optiver's trading capabilities. Your contributions will directly impact the company's ability to perform at the highest level in a competitive market.
Optiver provides a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills and make a significant impact. You will have the opportunity to work in a start-up-like atmosphere while being part of a well-established company. The culture at Optiver emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and risk-conscious decision-making, allowing you to thrive as you contribute to the team's success. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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