About Us:
FlexTrade Systems is a provider of customized multi-asset execution and order management trading solutions for buy- and sell-side financial institutions. Through deep client partnerships with some of the world’s largest, most complex, and demanding capital markets firms, we develop flexible tools, technology, and innovation that deliver a competitive edge. Our globally distributed engineering teams focus on adaptable technology and open architecture to build highly sophisticated trading solutions that can automate and scale with evolving business strategies.
At FlexTrade, our values guide everything we do. We are dedicated to client success, ownership, flexibility, integrity, continuous improvement, and strong collaboration, while fostering an environment where teams grow together and enjoy the work they do.
C++/ Python Developer – Algo Trading
Join a dynamic Algorithm & Analytics development and support environment interfacing directly with clients. FlexTrade is looking for Software Developers to be a part of a rapidly evolving technology group supplying top quality solutions to our growing top tier Wall Street client base.
Our wide range of trading products, including Equities, Options, Futures, FX and more, offers numerous technical opportunities. Candidates must have a passion for learning and designing new technologies and methodologies quickly and employing them into deliverable solutions. Our Developers contribute to the full software cycle of design, development, and support of new and existing software components.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate will be responsible to implement generic and custom trading algorithms & analytics for Multi Leg spreads, MxN baskets, Market Making Quoter, VWAP, Volume Participation, proprietary algorithms for various assets classes.
Design and Development of Trading Strategies/Algorithms and Analytics
Interact with clients and in-house subject matters experts for the specification of Trading algorithms.
Come up with designs those are not only high performance and latency sensitive but also as generic, scalable, and customizable as possible.
Implement the algorithms over the FlexStrategy Server framework
Suggest improvements in the existing strategy APIs in order to make strategies robust. Continue our culture of striving to be the best!
Enhance and support back-testing framework.
Value teamwork! At the outset you will collaborate and work closely SMEs and seasoned team members to ensure quick and easy integration of new technology components.
Create documentation for new and existing components.
Product and Component Testing.
Perform developer testing for all software modifications.
Work with QA to expand regression test plans for software modifications.
Client Support.
Work closely with FlexTrade clients to keep them informed at all stages of the development life cycle, maintaining our best practices of client service.
Support client upgrades and new installations as well as troubleshooting issues.
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
Degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience acceptable.
Excellent C++/Python development skills are required and willing to learn and switch to new technologies and languages as needed.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Experience in a UNIX environment.
Knowledge or experience of trading algorithms like Pairs, Synthetic Spreads, Basket balancer or Market Making would be a big plus.
Awareness of Big Data and/or Time Series databases will be useful.
At least three years’ work experience in software development.
Excellent communication skills.
**FlexTrade Systems, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an authorized agreement for a particular SOW (Statement of Work) in place is hired: such resumes are deemed the sole property of FlexTrade Systems, Inc.**
**FlexTrade Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.**
Skills Required
- Degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience
- Excellent C++ development skills
- Excellent Python development skills
- At least three years' work experience in software development
- Experience in a UNIX environment
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Willingness to learn and switch to new technologies and languages
- Knowledge or experience of trading algorithms (Pairs, Synthetic Spreads, Basket balancer, Market Making)
- Awareness of Big Data and/or Time Series databases
FlexTrade Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FlexTrade and has not been reviewed or approved by FlexTrade.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits are presented as flexible across regions and offices, with categories spanning health, retirement, commuter, and education-related perks. This structure is positioned to accommodate local differences and individual needs.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program is part of the package, and a standard employer match is referenced. Retirement offerings are consistently listed alongside core benefits.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks such as commuter benefits, travel concierge, tuition assistance, job training, and an Employee Assistance Program complement core coverage. These elements add wellness and development support beyond basic medical plans.
FlexTrade Insights
What We Do
FlexTrade Systems Inc., is the industry pioneer and global leader in broker-neutral, execution and order management trading platforms for equities, foreign exchange, options, futures and fixed income. FlexTRADER, our award-winning flagship platform for algorithmic trading, is widely viewed as unique in the industry for its high performance and multi-asset capability. With offices in North America, Europe and Asia, FlexTrade has a worldwide client base spanning more than 225 buy- and sell-side firms.
