Software Developer- New Graduate

Zapier Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantiq, based in Austin, specializes in high-frequency derivatives trading and is seeking a Software Developer-New Graduate to join the team. You will own projects spanning network packet processing, messaging specifications, and financial data processing, delivering thoughtful insights with regular updates.

Responsibilities include maintaining infrastructure, collaborating with Operations and Tech teams, evaluating system performance, and writing performant code in C++ or Python.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a software environment.
• Adept in Python and C++.
• Familiar with TCP/IP and UDP networking protocols.
• Proficient in Basic Linux, including SSH.
• Interest in writing highly performant code.
• Excellent communication skills within a collaborative environment.
• A degree in a field such as computer engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance existing infrastructure and other software systems
• Collaborate with the Operations and Technical teams to develop solutions to meet business needs
• Evaluate the performance of existing systems and streamline technical operations
• Write quality, highly performant code (C++ or Python)
• Effectively monitor and communicate project releases across the organization
• Perform deep dive analysis and debugging of new and existing code
• Conduct comprehensive analysis and testing on extensive datasets
• Other duties as assigned or needed

Skills

Python

C++

Networking TCP/IP/UDP

Linux (SSH)

Performant code

Communication

1+ year software experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Math or related

Job description

Quantiq specializes in high frequency derivatives trading in the largest markets worldwide. Our approach is rigorous and pragmatic, driven by technological expertise and analytics, informed by real-world experience. We value employees who love to learn and have the tenacity, curiosity, and willpower to contribute to our continuing success.

We are a small but passionate team, dedicated to enhancing and refining our tried and true methods as we commit to our ongoing growth and performance.

Role Description:

As a Software Developer-New Graduate, you will work in our Austin office, both independently and collaboratively, to fuel the continuous advancement of our production trading environment. Your responsibilities will span a range of projects, involving topics such as network packet processing, messaging specifications, and financial data processing, among others. You will own each project you work on and deliver thoughtful and articulate insights with regular updates. If the following resonates with you, we would love to welcome you to our team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enhance existing infrastructure and other software systems
• Collaborate with the Operations and Technical teams to develop solutions to meet business needs
• Evaluate the performance of existing systems and streamline technical operations
• Write quality, highly performant code (C++ or Python)
• Effectively monitor and communicate project releases across the organization
• Perform deep dive analysis and debugging of new and existing code
• Conduct comprehensive analysis and testing on extensive datasets
• Other duties as assigned or needed

Qualifications:

• 1+ years experience in a software environment
• Adept in Python and C++
• Familiar with networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
• Proficient in Basic Linux, including SSH
• Interest in writing highly performant code
• Excellent communication skills within a collaborative environment
• A degree in a field such as computer engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred