Software Engineer – Data & Analytics - Equity Derivatives and Trading

United States Digital Space LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing leave

Parental leave

Volunteer leave

Learning benefits

Hybrid work

Job summary

Macquarie is seeking a skilled analytics engineer to develop tools and data solutions for the Equity Derivatives Trading business within the Commodities and Global Markets group. You will collaborate with traders, quantitative specialists and technology teams to implement analytics capabilities that support trading decisions.

You will design data pipelines, automate workflows and build applications that enable accurate pricing insights across volatility and options markets.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python and software engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytics tools and research strategies for Equity Derivatives Trading.
• Design system integrations and build data pipelines.
• Automate workflows and contribute to trading analytics applications.

Skills

Python

SQL

Linux/Unix

Git

Airflow

Data visualization

AI/ML

AWS

Kubernetes

Rust

Java

C/C++

Dataiku

Education

B.S. in Computer Science/Engineering/Math/IT

Tools

Data pipelines

Job description

Join our trading engineering team, supporting the Equity Derivatives and Trading business with applications and data capabilities across Volatility Markets and Options trading in our Commodities and Global Markets group. Our team partners closely with traders, quantitative specialists and technology teams to develop the applications, data solutions and analytics capabilities that support trading activity, improve operational efficiency and enable informed decision-making.We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

In this role, you will develop analytics tools, research strategies and optimizations and develop solutions for our Equity Derivatives Trading business. You will work closely with traders, quantitative pricing specialists and technology teams, you will design system integrations, build data pipelines, automate workflows and contribute to applications that support trading analytics and decision-making across volatility markets and options trading.

What you offer

• Strong programming experience in Python, with experience in software engineering and application development best practices
• A strong understanding of how to utilize agentic programming tools effectively to rapidly create reliable software.
• Experience working with SQL, relational databases, data extracts and data pipelines
• Experience building automation solutions, tooling or frameworks that improve business processes and operational efficiency
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix, source control tools such as Git, and scheduling or orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar
• Experience creating data visualisations, dashboards or reporting solutions to support business insights
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, IT or a related technical discipline
• An interest in financial markets, trading, equity derivatives, options or volatility markets, with prior finance experience advantageous but not essential
• Exposure to AWS, Kubernetes, Rust, Java, C/C++, Dataiku, AI/ML, LLMs or AI-assisted development tools would be beneficial

What we offer

At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year
• Up to 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks’ paid leave for non-primary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Up to 12 months’ gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks’ paid leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations
• Access to a wide range of salary packaging options
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Commodities and Global Markets

Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base across Commodities, Financial Markets and Asset Finance.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.