Senior Technical Program Manager – Trading & Core Software Jobs

Optiver

Location:
United States, Austin

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

As a Senior Technical Program Manager – Trading & Core Software, you’ll drive programs that expand Optiver’s trading footprint and strengthen the core systems that power our global platform. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, trading, and strategy, leading initiatives that bring new markets, asset classes, and products online – while scaling the foundational software that manages instruments, trades, positions, and risk. You’ll work closely with high-performing engineering and trading teams to turn strategy into delivery, ensuring Optiver’s trading systems evolve with speed, reliability, and precision.

Job Responsibility:

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

Requirements:

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
Proven success managing complex, cross-functional software programs from design to rollout
Technically fluent – comfortable engaging in architecture and systems design discussions
Pragmatic and outcome-oriented, with strong analytical and communication skills
Motivated by impact and intrigued by the intersection of trading, technology, and strategy
Highly self-motivated and thrive in environments with minimal oversight

What we offer:

Highly competitive compensation package including 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
The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries

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Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

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