OS & Embedded Software Engineer for Trading Hardware

Optiver; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Global profit-sharing pool

401(k) match up to 50%

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

25 paid vacation days

Extensive office perks, including meals and social events

Job summary

A leading trading firm based in Austin seeks a Software Engineer to develop the OS and software for custom hardware. This role encompasses low-level hardware integration, Python and Linux programming, and collaboration with infrastructure teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong computer science foundation, proficiency in Python and C/C++, and problem-solving skills. Competitive compensation, bonus structures, and benefits including 401(k) match and comprehensive health coverage are provided.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals and hardware systems.
• Proficiency in Python, including familiarity with relevant libraries and APIs.
• Experience writing software in C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Designing and maintaining the OS and software stack behind trading hardware.
• Building and supporting Python-based interface layers to control and monitor hardware systems.
• Managing and supporting a fleet of hardware systems in a live production environment.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Experience writing software in C/C++

Creative problem-solving skills

Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals

Ability to collaborate with developers

Tools

Linux

VHDL/Verilog

Job description

A leading trading firm based in Austin seeks a Software Engineer to develop the OS and software for custom hardware. This role encompasses low-level hardware integration, Python and Linux programming, and collaboration with infrastructure teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong computer science foundation, proficiency in Python and C/C++, and problem-solving skills. Competitive compensation, bonus structures, and benefits including 401(k) match and comprehensive health coverage are provided.