Senior Developer

alloptions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) employer contributions

In-house meals and snacks

Monthly team drinks and festivities

Job summary

All Options seeks a Senior Developer to design and build high-performance trading and risk systems in C++. You will work with Quantitative Traders and Researchers to translate models into scalable software that runs in real time.

You will ensure systems accurately assess risk, process market data, and respond to changing conditions. The role emphasizes collaboration, DevOps, and agile practices in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant software engineering environment.
• C++: Minimum 5 years of professional experience (core requirement).
• Python and/or Rust: Minimum 2 years of experience.
• Strong experience with PostgreSQL and Redis; solid SQL knowledge.
• Linux environments; Docker and Kubernetes proficiency; Git-based workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading and risk systems in C++.
• Translate quantitative domain expertise into scalable, accurate, and performant applications.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code.
• Collaborate with Quantitative Traders/Researchers and engineers to refine requirements.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and system performance improvements.
• Support containerized deployments and production environments.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to Sprint Planning and Estimations.

Skills

C++

Python

Rust

English

Low-latency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related quantitative field

5+ years software engineering experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

PostgreSQL

Redis

SQL

MongoDB

ScyllaDB

Jenkins

CI/CD

Job description

As a Senior Developer in our Technology team, you will design and build high-performance systems that power our core trading and risk frameworks. Working closely with Quantitative Traders and Quantitative Researchers, you will translate quantitative models and trading strategies into robust, scalable software that operates reliably in real time.

Your work directly impacts trading performance. You will help ensure our systems accurately assess risk, process market data, and respond dynamically to changing market conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading and risk systems in C++
• Translate trading and quantitative domain expertise into scalable, accurate, and performant applications
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code
• Collaborate closely with Quantitative Traders, Quantitative Researchers, and engineers to refine requirements and deliver impactful solutions
• Contribute to architectural decisions and system performance improvements
• Support containerized deployments and production environments
• Actively contribute to Agile ways of working, including participating in and potentially facilitating Sprint Planning, Poker Estimations, and Retrospectives

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related quantitative field
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant software engineering environment

Programming Languages

• C++: Minimum 5 years of professional experience (core requirement)
• Python and/or Rust: Minimum 2 years of experience (personal, academic, or non-professional experience is acceptable)

Databases

• Strong experience with relational and time-series databases, particularly Postgres, and Redis
• Solid understanding of SQL and relational database design

Infrastructure & DevOps

• Strong experience working in Linux environments
• Hands-on experience with Docker (baseline requirement) and Kubernetes
• Experience working with Git-based workflows and modern DevOps practices

Skills & Mindset

• Strong logical and mathematical problem-solving skills
• Curious, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset
• Clear and effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Collaborative team player who shares knowledge and asks thoughtful questions

Nice to Have

Databases & Data Technologies

• Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB and ScyllaDB
• Experience with relational databases such as MSSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, and Oracle

Streaming & Messaging Systems

• Experience with Kafka or RedPanda

DevOps & CI/CD

• Experience with Jenkins
• Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines

Ways of Working

• Experience facilitating Agile/Scrum ceremonies

Domain Knowledge

• Experience in trading systems, financial markets, or low-latency environments

Why Join All Options?

At All Options we offer a dynamic collaborative environment where ambition is rewarded and growth is real. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, 25 days PTO, paid medical, dental, and vision benefits package, 401(k) employer sponsored contributions, and in‑house meals and snacks. And because wins deserve celebrating, we bring the team together for monthly drinks and festivities. Join us and help shape what’s next!

Apply Now!

If this sounds like your next challenge, submit your CV and cover letter. Our team will carefully review your application and will contact you if you meet the requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status under applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, and business need.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.