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Senior Options Software Engineer
Global electronic market maker
Focused on options trading technology. Base salary $175,000 to $325,000, plus bonus and other benefits.
What does an options-focused software engineering role at a market maker actually involve?
Building and maintaining the specific systems and pricing infrastructure that support options trading, a genuinely specialised track within engineering at a market maker, distinct from cash equities or FX-focused teams.
Is prior options or derivatives experience required for this role?
Not stated as a strict requirement, strong engineering fundamentals and the ability to work closely with options traders and quants matter most, with product-specific knowledge often built on the job.
What's the compensation like for a senior options engineering role at a market maker in London?
Base salary $175,000 to $325,000, plus bonus and other benefits.