Software Engineer

Department Overview

The Information Technology department at Nomura is at the forefront of innovation, driving technology solutions that empower our business and enhance client experiences. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to develop and maintain robust systems and infrastructure, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of our operations. Join our team and be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment that embraces technological advancements to deliver value and drive our digital transformation journey. 

Job Description:
We are seeking an Associate-level developer to join our Equity Derivatives Risk and P&L Management team. You will be part of a team developing a front-office platform used globally for flow, structured, convertibles and delta one desks. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to learn equity derivatives pricing and risk management while working in a dynamic front-office environment. You will work alongside experienced developers and receive mentoring while contributing to various aspects of the platform including UI, compute grid, and trading services.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in development of new functionality and bug fixes under guidance of senior team members
• Learn and apply core programming concepts and design patterns
• Help maintain and test applications in a multi-threaded distributed environment
• Work with team members to understand technical requirements and business needs
• Support testing and quality assurance processes
• Assist in production support activities under supervision

Required Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of financial markets and equity derivatives products
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• 2-5 years of software development experience, preferably in C#
• Familiarity with SQL and database concepts
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or related field
• Eager to learn and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Understanding of basic financial concepts related to options and derivatives
• Exposure to cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Kubernetes )
• Experience with source control and continuous integration tools
• Knowledge of agile development practices
• Academic projects involving multi-threaded programming
• Interest in financial markets and trading systems

This role offers excellent opportunities for:

• Learning from experienced developers in a front-office environment
• Gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge financial technology
• Understanding equity derivatives markets and risk management
• Career growth in financial technology