Algorithmic Trader

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai is seeking an experienced Algo Trader to join our trading team. You will design, implement, and execute options trading strategies using Python, focusing on speed, accuracy, and reliability.

You will analyze market data, research pricing models, manage risk with Python-based protocols, and communicate results and potential improvements to the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in options trading with algorithmic trading and Python scripting.

Responsibilities

• Algorithmic Trading Development: Design and implement algorithmic options trading strategies using Python, focusing on efficiency, accuracy, and speed.
• Options Market Research: Stay abreast of options market trends, news, and relevant economic indicators.
• Risk Management: Develop and implement risk management protocols using Python to monitor and manage exposure.

Skills

Algorithmic trading

Options trading

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Job Title: Algo Trader

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Algo Trader to join our trading team. As a Algo Trader for MFT strategies, you will leverage your expertise in both financial markets and programming to design, implement, and execute options trading strategies.

Responsibilities

1. Algorithmic Trading Development:
   • Design and implement algorithmic options trading strategies using Python, focusing on efficiency, accuracy, and speed.
   • Analyze market data, historical trends, and risk factors to continuously optimize trading algorithms.
2. Options Market Research:
   • Stay abreast of options market trends, news, and relevant economic indicators.
   • Conduct in-depth research on options pricing models, implied volatility, and other factors influencing options trading.
3. Risk Management:
   • Develop and implement risk management protocols using Python to monitor and manage exposure effectively.
   • Communicate effectively with team members to convey trading strategies, results, and potential improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
• Proven experience as an options trader with a focus on algorithmic trading and Python scripting, with a minimum of 3 years in a similar role.