
About Optiver
Empowering markets through technology and expertise
Key Highlights
- Founded in 1986, with over 1,000 employees
- Headquartered in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
- Specializes in options, ETFs, and futures trading
- Global presence with offices in Chicago, Sydney, and Shanghai
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...
🎁 Benefits
Optiver offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, and equity options. Employees enjoy a generous PTO policy, flexible working arrangemen...
🌟 Culture
Optiver fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and a strong focus on technology. The firm values t...
Overview
Optiver is seeking a Quantitative Developer to build real-time data systems that support trading strategies. You'll work with Java, Python, and SQL to create scalable platforms for data analytics. This role requires experience in high-performance computing and data processing.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in quantitative analysis and software development, with at least 3-5 years of experience in building scalable systems for data processing. Your expertise in Java and Python allows you to create efficient algorithms that handle vast amounts of market data. You are comfortable working in high-pressure environments and can optimize systems for low latency and high throughput. You possess a solid understanding of financial markets and trading strategies, enabling you to collaborate effectively with traders and researchers. You are a problem solver who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges and continuously seeks to improve your skills and knowledge. You thrive in a collaborative team setting and are eager to contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence.
What you'll do
In this role, you will focus on developing and optimizing real-time data systems that support Optiver's trading strategies. You will work closely with traders to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions. Your responsibilities will include designing scalable architectures that can process large volumes of market data efficiently. You will implement algorithms that enhance data analytics capabilities, enabling traders to make informed decisions quickly. You will also be involved in performance tuning and optimization of existing systems to ensure they meet the demands of high-frequency trading. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be key, as you will engage with researchers to advance trading practices and improve system performance. You will participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall technical direction of the team, ensuring best practices are followed.
What we offer
Optiver provides a dynamic work environment where technology plays a crucial role in market-making. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and tackle challenging problems that have a direct impact on trading performance. The company values continuous improvement and encourages employees to pursue professional development opportunities. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that fosters collaboration and innovation. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, along with a commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
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