Overnight Quant Trader | Tier 1 Hedge Fund
One of the industry's highest performing systematic prop trading teams is seeking a Quantitative Trader to join their overnight team. This firm is a highly collaborative platform that utilizes cutting edge statistical and machine learning research to develop and trade industry leading algorithmic trading strategies.
This team is responsible for the live algorithmic trading strategies around the clock and as a result the ideal candidate will possess a strong sense of urgency and quick problem solving skills required to drive the trading systems through market events.
Job responsibilities include:
- Monitor and improve daily and overnight algo trading systems
- Ensure the accurate and efficient execution of algo trading, rolls and hedges, with adherence to risk and trading limits
- Provide regular market and trading analysis to identify new opportunities and potential improvements
- Respond to market events that could impact the execution of algo trading strategies
- Lead the implementation and launch of new strategies and models
- Design, develop and implement trading tools, dashboards, and automated systems to improve trading efficiency and accuracy
Job requirements include:
- 2+ years of relevant professional experience in electronic or algo trading
- Eagerness to work and lead initiatives for projects during overnight trading hours
- Proficiency with a variety of programming languages including Python, C++, Java, SQL, etc.
- Exceptional analytical skills and quick problem-solving abilities, particularly within fast paced and high-pressure trading environments
- Ability to communicate trading ideas and concepts quickly and clearly within a high-pressure environment
