Trader

MCP (Switzerland) GmbH; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

MCP (Switzerland) GmbH seeks a Trader to identify and execute market opportunities in equity index options across multiple markets. You will price and model options, analyze large datasets with machine learning, and implement dynamic portfolio strategies.

The role requires a math/statistics background, at least 1 year in a high-frequency trading environment, and proficiency in English, Korean or Mandarin for supporting international markets. Permanent on-site position in Zürich.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Math or Statistics required.
• At least 1 year in a high-frequency trading environment.
• Experience researching US & International ETFs.
• Strong mathematical skills with evidence of exceptional ability.
• Experience developing trading ideas and statistical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and execute market opportunities and equity index options strategies across EU, China, India and Korea.
• Price and model equity index options and derivatives.
• Analyze large data sets using machine learning and statistics to derive patterns.
• Use portfolio optimization to build and rebalance the portfolio with risk monitoring.
• Communicate with portfolio management throughout the trading day to drive the active portfolio.

Skills

High-frequency trading

Quantitative analysis

Trading ideas development

Data analysis

Portfolio interaction

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math or Statistics

Tools

Machine learning

Statistical methods

Portfolio optimization

Job description

Trader

MCP (Switzerland) GmbH Vacant since : 23.10.2026 Number of jobs : 1 8001 Zürich (ZH) 100% By agreement Permanent

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and execute timely market opportunities and equity index options trading strategies across EU, China, India and South Korean financial markets. This will involve equity options research and analysis for trade idea generation, testing, and implementation.Price and model equity index options and equity derivatives.
Analyze large quantities of data and use machine learning and other statistical methods to derive patterns.
Utilize portfolio optimization techniques to build and rebalance the portfolio dynamicallyResponsible for portfolio construction and implementation including devising execution strategies and monitoring acceptable risk parameters.
Actively communicate with all portfolio management team members throughout the trading day to drive an actively traded portfolio.

Qualifications/Skills Required:

Bachelor's degree in Math or Statistics is required.At least 1 year of experience working in high frequency trading environment, which can include internships, apprenticeships or professional experience.Experience researching both US & International ETFs.Strong mathematical skills, demonstration of exceptional ability (competitions, research or awards)Experience researching and enhancing tools and algorithms for skew pricing and auctions.Experience developing trading ideas, gathering and analyzing trading requirements and challenges, and designing solutions using statistical analysis and quantitative methods.Proven independent trading ability outside of a large firmPosition fluency in Korean or Mandarin Chinese, including familiarity with financial terms, to support high-level trading in these markets.

• Work location 8001 Zürich (ZH)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start By agreement
• Employment duration Permanent

• Qualification skilled
• Work experience More than 1 year
• Education Bachelor’s degree from a university or equivalent

• English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge
• Chinese Orally : Good knowledge Written : Basic knowledge
• Korean Orally : Good knowledge Written : Basic knowledge

• By online Online form