Junior Quantitative Researcher, Equity

Quant Blueprint LLC; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Quant Blueprint LLC in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced Trader to join their growing Trading team. The ideal candidate will possess strong reasoning and mathematical skills and a keen interest in financial markets. This is a unique opportunity at a leading proprietary trading firm emphasizing innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.

The successful candidate will generate and implement trading strategies while managing positions and exploring new market opportunities. A minimum of 5 years in trading is required, along with a relevant university degree.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience preferably in market making and algo/quant trading.
• University Degree in a relevant field.
• Professional experience in options, crypto assets, or EM/Asia credit fixed income is a pro.

Responsibilities

• Generate and implement new trading strategies considering potential risks.
• Manage trading positions and ensure information capture.
• Deal with operational issues in liaison with mid-office.
• Explore international markets for new opportunities and products.
• Optimize trading process systems and trading-related software.
• Share knowledge with traders and colleagues.

Skills

Strong reasoning and mathematical skills

Market making experience

Algo/quant trading experience

Excellent mental arithmetic

Analytical skills

Knowledge of development languages (Python, JAVA)

Education

University Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Engineering, Finance, Technology

Job description

Overview

Flow Traders is looking for an experienced Trader to join our growing Trading team in Hong Kong. The ideal candidate exhibits strong reasoning and mathematical skills along with a passion for the financial markets. This is a unique opportunity to join a leading proprietary trading firm with an entrepreneurial and innovative culture at the heart of its business. We value quick-witted, creative minds and challenge them to make full use of their capacities.

What you will do

• Generate and implement new trading strategies taking into consideration potential risks
• Manage trading positions and ensure essential information is captured accurately
• Deal with operational issues in liaison with mid-office
• Explore the international market to identify new opportunities and products
• Contribute, implement and evaluate new ideas to optimize trading process systems and trading-related software
• Actively share knowledge and experience with other traders and colleagues

What you need to succeed

• Minimum of 5 years of experience preferably in market making and algo/quant trading
• University Degree, preferably in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Engineering, Finance, Technology or related
• Professional experience in options, crypto assets or EM/Asia credit fixed income is a pro
• Innovative & creative personality
• Excellent mental arithmetic and analytical skills
• Keen interest in Quantitative systems and affinity for / experience with development languages (Python, JAVA, or similar)