Quantitative Trader – HFT Futures

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm in Reading is seeking a Quantitative Trader for high-frequency futures trading. This role involves leveraging advanced technology and academic insights to design profitable trading strategies while managing associated risks. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in proprietary trading, excellent analytical skills, and programming proficiency in languages such as C++ or Python.

Qualifications

• Experience at a proprietary trading firm, bank, or hedge fund.
• HFT and Futures background required.
• Demonstrate excellent track record in trading.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on profitable trading strategies and manage risks effectively.
• Design and develop systematic trading strategies in Futures.
• Optimize capital return on investment.

Skills

C++

Python

Back testing

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Economics

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Quantitative Trader – High-Frequency Trading - Futures

A leading trading firm is seeking a High Frequency Futures Trader to join their hugely successful desk. You will have the opportunity to leverage advanced technology and pricing models to maximize profit.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with expert analysts and researchers to implement profitable strategies
• Successfully manage risk to optimise profits
• Ensure strategies produce excellent return on capital
• Designing, developing and managing profitable systematic trading strategies in Futures (Sharpe 2+)

Qualifications

• Experience at a proprietary trading firm, bank, or hedge fund
• Previous experience working with languages such as C++ or Python
• Demonstrate excellent track record
• HFT and Futures background
• Proven experience in back testing, and developing strategies
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Bachelor’s degree required in related field, such as computer science, or economics

If you are looking to join a leading Trading Firm whilst leveraging advanced technology, then this is the role for you. For more information, please apply