Quantitative Trader – HFT Futures

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm is searching for a Quantitative Trader specializing in High-Frequency Trading for Futures. In this role, you will collaborate with experts to design effective trading strategies, utilizing cutting-edge technology. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in a trading environment, alongside advanced programming skills. Join a dynamic team and enhance your career in a high-stakes trading setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with analysts to implement profitable trading strategies.
• Manage risk effectively to optimize profits.
• Design and manage profitable systematic trading strategies.

Skills

Risk Management

Programming (C++ or Python)

Communication

Collaboration

Backtesting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Economics

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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