High Frequency Trader - Options

Pagos Consultants; London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a skilled High-Frequency Trader to develop and optimize algorithmic trading strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative skills, programming expertise, and a deep understanding of market microstructure. This full-time role offers the flexibility of remote work, grounded in a collaborative, fast-paced environment driven by performance.

Benefits

401K

Healthcare and dental

Reimbursement of related education

Qualifications

• Strong background in math, statistics, or computer science.
• Proficiency in programming (C++, Python, or similar).
• Knowledge and experience in options products within a high-frequency trading environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-frequency trading algorithms.
• Analyze market data for short-term trading opportunities.
• Monitor execution efficiency and manage risk.

Skills

Mathematics

Statistics

Programming

Financial Market Knowledge

Education

Degree in Math, Statistics, or Computer Science

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

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Quant Trader & Fund Allocator - Digital Assets | Proprietary Forex Trader | Passionate about Languages

Job Title: High-Frequency Trader

Location: Remote (must have right to work in the UK)

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled High-Frequency Trader (HFT) to develop, optimize, and execute algorithmic trading strategies in fast-paced financial markets. The ideal candidate will have strong quantitative skills, programming expertise, and a deep understanding of market microstructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize high-frequency trading algorithms.
• Analyze market data to identify short-term trading opportunities.
• Monitor and improve latency, execution efficiency, and risk controls.
• Work closely with quants and developers to refine trading models.
• Manage risk and ensure compliance with trading regulations.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in math, statistics, or computer science.
• Proficiency in programming (C++, Python, or similar).
• Existing knowledge and experience working on options products in a high frequency trading environment
• Knowledge of financial markets, order books, and execution tactics.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation:

• Up to $250K base + performance-based bonuses.
• 401K
• Healthcare and dental
• Reimbursement of related education
• Many more!

To register your interest and speed up an application process, message me (Connor Akers, Pagos Consultants) on LinkedIn

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Investment Management

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