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Head of HFT

Client of TechBiz Global

Abu Dhabi

Remote

AED 250,000 - 400,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Head of HFT for a remote role, focusing on high-frequency trading strategies, team leadership, and data analysis. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience in algorithmic trading, alongside a proven track record with top trading firms. Leadership skills and a deep understanding of low-latency systems are essential to succeed in this dynamic positioning.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in high-frequency or algorithmic trading.
  • Experience with top-tier trading firms, proprietary trading desks, or hedge funds.
  • Deep understanding of low-latency systems and network optimization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and optimization of high-frequency trading strategies.
  • Build and manage a high-performing HFT team of quants and engineers.
  • Analyze large data sets in real-time to identify profitable trading opportunities.

Skills

Leadership
High-frequency trading
Algorithmic trading
Data analysis
Fluency in English

Job description

TechBiz Global is a leading recruitment and software development company. Our diverse, globally distributed team provides IT recruitment, outstaffing, outsourcing, software development, and different consulting services with a primary focus on making our partners achieve their business goals successfully.

With headquarters in Germany we have successful clients all over the world. We can understand your unique needs. Our team has hands-on experience with the challenges that come with rapid growth and the IT sector. That s why all of our offerings are built with a tech mindset.

We are looking for a Head of HFTfor our client in a remote set up role.

Requirements

1. 3+ years of hands-on experience in high-frequency or algorithmic trading.

2. Proven track record of working with top-tier trading firms, proprietary trading desks, or hedge funds.

3. Experience leading or contributing to successful HFT strategies and systems.

4. Deep understanding of low-latency systems, high-throughput data processing, and network optimization.

5. Fluent in English (written and spoken).

What You ll Do

Lead the design, development, and optimization of high-frequency trading strategies.

Build and manage a high-performing HFT team, including quants and engineers.

Collaborate with leadership to align trading strategy with overall business goals.

Analyze and act on large data sets in real-time to identify profitable opportunities.

Maintain and continuously improve latency-sensitive infrastructure.

Ensure robust risk management protocols and compliance with relevant regulations.

Drive innovation and research in algorithmic trading within the Web3 and crypto space.

Company Industry

  • Recruitment
  • Placement Firm
  • Executive Search

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Head Of HFT

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