Quantitative Trader - Quantum

iSAM; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

iSAM, a leading firm in quantitative trading, seeks a Quantitative Trader for its London office. The successful candidate will enhance algorithmic trading models and contribute to market-making in cryptocurrencies. Applicants should possess a strong academic background in a quantitative field and expertise in Python.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in high frequency market making in cryptocurrencies.
• Good understanding of cryptocurrency markets.
• Strong proficiency in Python and preferably good knowledge of Java.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the research and development of algorithmic trading models.
• Engaged in solving problems across trading, from signal research to risk management.

Skills

Mathematics

Python

Java

Understanding of cryptocurrency markets

Education

Strong academic background in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or another quantitative field

Job description

Quantitative Trader - Quantum

Department: iSAM Securities - Quantitative Trading

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: London

Description

Quantitative traders are responsible for the research and development of the firm’s algorithmic trading models. Applied quantitative research is deployed across all aspects of our trading platform and consequently, the team is actively engaged in solving problems across a broad range of subjects, from signal research to risk management, portfolio optimisation and order execution. The culture is collaborative, the research is owned front to back, and we are open to new ideas and methods.

iSAM Quantum is a team within iSAM Securities specialised in market-making in

cryptocurrencies

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or another quantitative field
• 1+ years of experience in high frequency market making in cryptocurrencies
• Good understanding of cryptocurrency markets
• Strong proficiency in Python and preferably good knowledge of Java

Personal Attributes

• Team oriented mentality
• Creative, motivated, self-starter