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Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer Jobs in Columbia, SC

Varsity Tutors

Java Tutor

Columbia, SC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at breaking down class design, inheritance hierarchies, and algorithm implementation in ... software engineering. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with Java curricula ...

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Software Tech Leader, Splunk IAM

Columbia, SC

Meet the Team Join the Splunk IAM Engineering team. As AI adoption accelerates and autonomous ... You will scope complex work accurately, communicate delivery of trade-offs, and negotiate with ...

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Pwc

AI Engineer

Columbia, SC · On-site

$50K - $112K/yr

Within our Internal Firm Services practice, you will apply data, algorithms, and software engineering to build and deploy software and platform systems that create Artificial Intelligence and Machine ...

TALENT Software Services

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IBM STERLING - Developer IV

Columbia, SC · On-site

Key Responsibilities: · Gather requirements with business stakeholders and trading partners, then ... Company Description A global technology company that develops and delivers a wide range of software ...

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How much do freelance algorithmic trading software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance algorithmic trading software developer in Columbia, SC is $103,472.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,300.00 and $120,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectFreelance Algorithmic Trading Software DeveloperQuantitative Analyst
CredentialsProgramming skills, trading platform knowledge, possibly certifications like CQFMathematics, statistics, finance degrees, certifications like CFA
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote, project-basedOffice-based, team-oriented, financial institutions
Industry UsageDevelops trading algorithms for clients or own tradingAnalyzes financial data to inform trading strategies

While both roles involve quantitative skills and financial markets, Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developers focus on building and implementing trading algorithms independently, often working remotely. Quantitative Analysts typically analyze data within financial firms to develop trading strategies, often working in team environments. The roles overlap in technical skills but differ in scope and work setting.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer job openings in Columbia, SC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,472 per year, or $49.7 per hour.

IT - SCDHHS - Software Developer (Java) - Consultant

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC

Columbia, SC • Hybrid

$47.25 - $61/hr

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Job Title: Software Developer (Java) Location: Columbia, SC Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 days remote). Position Type: C2C/W2 Years of Experience:17+ years Duration of the Contract: 12 months Candidate Location: Candidate MUST be a SC resident. No relocation allowed.

Project Scope: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Developer (Java) to design, develop, and support large-scale, enterprise-grade systems within a complex, regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Python, cloud platforms (AWS and Azure), and modern microservices architectures. This role involves full lifecycle software development, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.

Strong communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate technical designs and trade-offs are essential. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of large-scale, distributed applications using Java, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Python Architect, deploy, and optimize applications on AWS (Lambda, ECS/EKS, EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS/SNS) Design and implement cloud-based solutions on Azure (AKS, App Services, Function Apps, Blob Storage, Azure SQL) Develop and optimize SQL and NoSQL databases including Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, and CosmosDB Implement microservices and cloud-native architectures with scalability and high availability Lead containerized application development using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS/AKS) Define, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and AWS CodePipeline Develop automation solutions using Python for ETL workflows, cloud automation, and infrastructure scripting Apply enterprise security standards including role-based access control and data protection Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality solutions Lead production incident analysis, performance tuning, and system stabilization Ensure adherence to software engineering best practices, enterprise architecture standards, and governance policies Required Skills & Experience: 15+ years in Java, Spring Boot, Python enterprise application development 6+ years Strong experience in both AWS and Azure architecture and services 6 + years Advanced Python scripting and automation experience 6+ years Deep knowledge of microservices, distributed systems, and cloud-native design 6+ years Expertise with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, CI/CD pipelines 6+ years Strong SQL & NoSQL experience Preferred Skills: 6+ Prior experience working in areas of emerging technology and driving new points of view and capabilities 6+ Experience in robust development ensuring low defect products and the ability to articulate the design and implementation details 6+ Solid testing and validation skills and understanding of simulated data

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