Software Engineer

Description:Graviton is a privately funded quantitative trading firm striving for excellence in financial markets research. We are seeking a Software Engineer for our team in Gurgaon. Our Core Technology team has some of the best programmers in India working on cutting edge technologies to build a super fast and robust trading infrastructure handling millions of dollars worth of trading transactions every day.RequirementsContribute to all layers of backend systems including databases, APIs and applicationsDesign, build and maintain applications for business requirementsArchitect scalable and reliable applicationsWrite clean and modular code, following good coding standards and practicesTroubleshoot and debug applicationsBe involved in the entire application lifecycleCollaborate with multidisciplinary team of front-end developers, engineers and system administratorsDevise innovative solutions to address new and complicated challengesBuild reusable code and libraries for future useTake lead on projects, as neededWork in a high paced competitive environmentQualificationsThe ideal candidate will have:Engineering degree in Computer Science (preferred) or any other discipline from a Tier 1 college. 3 to 4 years of relevant experience in designing and improving information systemsProficiency in Python programmingExtensive experience working with relational databases and handling large datasetsGood Understanding of object oriented and asynchronous programmingFamiliarity with front-end languages such as HTML, JavaScript and CSSKnowledge of Linux systems and bash scriptingGood communication and interpersonal skillsWillingness to continuously learn and improveAbility to work in fast paced environment under pressure and manage multiple high priority projectsGood to have:Experience in Financial services space/domainExperience in and understanding of system design decisionsExperience in leading small teams or projectsBenefits:Our open and casual work culture gives you the space to innovate and deliver. Our cubicle free offices, disdain for bureaucracy and insistence to hire the very best creates a melting pot for great ideas and technology innovations. Everyone on the team is approachable, there is nothing better than working with friends!Our perks have you covered.Competitive compensation6 weeks of paid vacationMonthly after work partiesCatered breakfast and lunchFully stocked kitchenInternational team outing