Software Developer
Zapier Inc.
Austin
Posted October 12, 2026
Description
<p>Quantiq specializes in high frequency derivatives trading in the largest markets worldwide. Our approach is rigorous and pragmatic, driven by technological expertise and analytics, informed by real-world experience. We value employees who love to learn and have the tenacity, curiosity, and willpower to contribute to our continuing success.</p><br /><p>We are a small but passionate team, dedicated to enhancing and refining our tried and true methods as we commit to our ongoing growth and performance.</p><br /><h3>Role Description:</h3><br /><p>As a Software Developer, you’ll be responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining our core applications and infrastructure. Working alongside a skilled team of developers, you’ll contribute at both the system and application levels, focusing on low-latency programming, concurrency, memory optimization, and precise code design. This role demands expert knowledge of system internals and a relentless drive to push systems to their maximum performance potential. If the following resonates with you, we would love to welcome you to our team.</p><br /><h3>Job Responsibilities:</h3><br /><ul><br /><li>Architect and develop low-latency applications in C++ and Python, with precise tuning of memory usage, CPU affinity, and hardware interactions</li><br /><li>Document code intricacies, architecture decisions, and optimization strategies to foster knowledge sharing across teams</li><br /><li>Conduct in-depth debugging and profiling of new and legacy code, implementing fixes that maintain or enhance performance</li><br /><li>Evaluate system performance and refine technical operations</li><br /><li>Write quality, highly performant code (C++ or Python)</li><br /></ul><br /><h3>Qualifications:</h3><br /><ul><br /><li>5+ years in Software Development, preferably in low-latency or performance-sensitive environments</li><br /><li>Familiarity with network protocols, packet analysis, and optimization techniques for low-latency systems</li><br /><li>Advanced proficiency in Python and/or C++</li><br /><li>Excellent communication skills within a collaborative environment</li><br /><li>Demonstrated ability to respond promptly and accurately in a fast-paced, dynamic environment</li><br /><li>Strong skills in solving complex mathematical and coding challenges</li><br /></ul><br />#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Overview
Location
Austin
Job Type
full time
Date Posted
October 12, 2026