Optiver · 2 days ago
Senior Technical Program Manager - Trading & Core Software
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expOptiver is a leading market-making institution focused on improving market efficiency and transparency. The Senior Technical Program Manager will drive programs that expand trading capabilities and strengthen core systems, working closely with engineering and trading teams to deliver high-impact initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Lead multi-disciplinary programs that enable Optiver’s trading expansion into new markets, asset classes, and products
Oversee development of the firm’s core trading software - including instruments, trades, positions, and control systems
Partner with senior engineering and trading leadership to define scope, align priorities, and execute high-impact initiatives
Enhance delivery processes, feedback loops, and reporting to improve cross-team visibility and accountability
Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across trading and software development teams
Qualification
Required
Hold a degree in computer science, engineering, or a related STEM field
Have 5+ years of experience in software engineering or technical program management within a high-performance technology environment
Comfortable operating close to trading and quantitative research & development teams
Strong technical foundation in distributed systems and core platform software
Highly self-motivated and thrive in environments with minimal oversight. You take full ownership, show initiative, manage your own priorities effectively and keep momentum even when direction isn't fully defined
Motivated by impact and intrigued by the intersection of trading, technology, and strategy
Preferred
Exposure to AI/ML workflows or data-driven trading initiatives is a plus
Benefits
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
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rutger Brinkhuis
CEO Optiver US
Charlie Whitmer
Chief People Officer
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