
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...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Optiver is hiring a Software Team Lead (Data) to lead the APAC Data Engineering Platform team. You'll develop next-generation data solutions for research and real-time trading. This role requires strong leadership and software engineering skills.
Job Description
Who you are
You are an experienced software engineer with a strong background in data engineering and team leadership. You have a proven track record of developing robust data solutions that meet the needs of various stakeholders, including engineers, researchers, and traders. Your expertise in data orchestration, storage, access, and governance at scale sets you apart in the field. You thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about mentoring your team to achieve their best work.
You possess a deep understanding of data platforms and the technologies that drive them. Your experience includes working with both third-party and in-house technologies, allowing you to make informed decisions about the tools and frameworks that best suit your team's needs. You are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within your team, ensuring that everyone is empowered to contribute their ideas and expertise.
What you'll do
As the Software Team Lead for the APAC Data Engineering Platform team, you will be responsible for guiding the development of Optiver's next-generation data platform. This includes overseeing the orchestration, storage, access, and governance of data at scale. You will work closely with various stakeholders across the business to deliver consistent and robust solutions that enhance research and real-time trading capabilities.
You will lead a team of data engineers, providing mentorship and support as they develop solutions that meet the evolving needs of the organization. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of data solutions into existing systems. You will also be responsible for setting technical direction and ensuring that best practices are followed throughout the development process.
In addition to technical leadership, you will play a key role in fostering a positive team culture. You will encourage open communication, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among team members. Your leadership will help create an environment where engineers feel supported and motivated to excel in their roles.
What we offer
Optiver offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the financial markets. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are dedicated to improving market efficiency through innovative technology solutions. We provide competitive compensation, including benefits such as gym memberships and regular social events. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion means that we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and we support reasonable adjustments during the application process.
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