Quantitative Trader

BHFT; United Arab Emirates; Remote; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial trading firm in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced trading strategist to develop and execute trading strategies by capitalizing on market inefficiencies. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in futures spread trading or STIRs, and proficiency in Python or C. The role allows for remote work, offering flexibility and a full-time position.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in futures spread trading, STIRs, or related markets.
• Experience in a financial institution actively involved in trading.
• Running systematic trading strategies with short holding periods.
• Understanding of market structure regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies based on market inefficiencies.
• Monitor and optimize trading performance with real-time adjustments.
• Work collaboratively with other teams for trading operations.
• Maintain relationships with brokers and market participants.
• Update senior management on trading performance and market conditions.

Skills

Success track record in futures spread trading

Experience in algorithmic trading

Proficiency in Python or C

Experience with Delta1 products

Strong professional network

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies that involve identifying and capitalizing on marketinefficiencies through algorithmic strategies;
• Continuously monitor and optimize trading performance by implementing real-time adjustments to algorithm configurations based on the strategy including delta 1 and options; Control and report risk PnL and other metrics;
• Work closely with other teams to ensure smooth operations of the trading business;
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers counterparties and market participants;
• Provide regular updates on trading performance and market conditions to senior management.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success (5 years) in one or more of the following markets: futures spread trading/STIRs (CME ICE Eurex) Brazilian futures and cash equities/ADRs Indian options (NSE) or Chinese spreads/futures;
• Extensive work experience in a financial institution with an active trading presence across these regions;
• Experience running fully systematic trading strategies with holding periods ranging from minutes to a few hours (non-latency sensitive);
• Experience working with Delta1 products & derivatives;
• Proficiency in Python or C;
• Having a confirmed professional network;
• A good reputation in the market and readiness to provide reference;
• Understanding of market structure regulations and current opportunities.

Additional Information

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time