Optiver · 7 hours ago
Data Engineer - Credit
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$150K/yr - $225K/yr
3+ years expOptiver is a leading global market maker, powered by technology and rigorous research. They are seeking a Data Engineer to support their Credit Trading team by building data solutions that enhance real-time trading and long-term research.
Financial ServicesFinTechMarket Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Create novel analytics and frameworks to research and analyze trade-offs between different sources of returns, flow, and risk
Quantify market drivers with our Quantitative Researchers and Global Market Data team to support risk taking and decision making
Model and normalize complex financial datasets to ensure they are clean, structured, and accessible for both research and production trading systems
Own the reliability of these datasets and the associated data APIs
Collaborate directly with alpha researchers, pricing researchers, and fellow engineers to understand evolving data needs and deliver reliable, scalable solutions
Ensure data quality and consistency through validation, monitoring, and robust engineering practices
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, Data Scientist, or similar role in a high-performance environment, preferably in financial services
Strong proficiency in Python, with experience using libraries such as Pandas, Arrow, and Spark
Solid understanding of data modeling, normalization, and API development in support of large-scale analytical or trading systems
Experience working with lakehouse architectures (e.g., Delta Lake, Databricks, AWS) to manage large-scale, high-quality analytical datasets
Familiarity with a variety of data sources, including CDS, corporate/capital structure, and bond NAVs relevant to Fixed Income trading
Strong software engineering fundamentals—especially around performance, scalability, and reliability in distributed systems
Experience with statistical models and core methods of quantitative finance
Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and project management skills
Ability to operate productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening
Benefits
Global profit-sharing pool and performance-based bonus structure
401(k) match up to 50%
Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more
Company
Optiver
Optiver is an international trading firm, headquartered in Amsterdam.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rutger Brinkhuis
CEO Optiver US
Charlie Whitmer
Chief People Officer
Recent News
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