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Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer Jobs in Houston, TX

Pae

Software Engineer

Houston, TX

... software trade-offs, software reuse, and the use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software ... Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards ...

Amentum

Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... software trade-offs, software reuse, and the use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software ... Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards ...

ATSER

Software Engineer

Houston, TX

Ability to communicate across different levels of the business (for example, trading desks and ... software developer * Experience in developing web applications using at least one popular web ...

ATSER

Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Ability to communicate across different levels of the business (for example, trading desks and ... software developer * Experience in developing web applications using at least one popular web ...

eTeam

Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... let your algorithms scale well with increasing volumes of data. • Perform research and ... the software development lifecycle. • Accomplishes engineering and organization mission by ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance algorithmic trading software developer in Houston, TX is $106,809.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,900.00 and $124,100.00 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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Software Engineer III

Steel Point Solutions

Texas City, TX

$49.25 - $66/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Steel Point Solutions is an amazing SBA Certified (8a), HUBZone, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) company. Established in 2013 with a vision of offering world class, integrated business solutions for all levels of Government and commercial enterprises. We are represented by a team of talented and qualified professionals who know how essential efficient, cost-effective integrated solutions are to your organization's success. Leveraging these resources, we strive daily to lead the industry in program management and service delivery.

Job Summary

Steel Point is seeking to hire a Software Engineer to join the team of one of our intel clients. The Software Engineer will develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real- time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. This individual may work individually or as part of a team. The Software Engineer reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. The Software Engineer also resolves software problem reports, utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. The Software Engineer provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of COTS/GOTS in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.
Responsibilities
  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
  • Design and code new software or modifies existing software to add new features
  • Debug existing software and corrects defects
  • Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
  • Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories
  • Make recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
  • Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
  • Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components
  • Write or review software and system documentation
  • Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, conferring with users or system engineers; analyzing systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigating problem areas
  • Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project
  • Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
  • Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design
  • Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries
  • Oversees one or more software development teams and ensures the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project
  • Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products
  • Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces
  • Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met
  • Implement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
  • Serve as the technical lead of multiple software development teams
  • Select the software development process in coordination with the customer and system engineering
  • Recommend new technologies and processes for complex software projects
  • Ensure quality control of all developed and modified software
  • Delegate programming and testing responsibilities to one or more teams and monitor their performance
Required Qualifications
  • Top Secret w/ Full Scope Poly clearance required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. (In lieu of degree, four (4) years of additional software engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted)
  • 20+ years of experience in software engineering programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity

Candidates from Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) are strongly encouraged to apply. To determine whether you reside in a HUBZone, visit: https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map.

The salary range represents a general guideline; however, Steel Point Solutions considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Salary Range
$175,000—$182,000 USD

Steel Point offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time positions, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401K with company match, critical care voluntary insurance, flexible paid time off, paid holidays and opportunities for professional development reimbursement. Join us to enjoy competitive compensation and a full range of benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

The salary range represents a general guideline; however, Steel Point Solutions considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Salary Range
$175,000—$182,000 USD