Senior Quant Researcher

Trading Interview; India; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Breakfast and lunch provided

Annual international trip

Monthly team dinners

Job summary

NK Securities Research, a Gurugram-based proprietary trading firm, seeks a Quantitative Researcher to build and refine trading models on our in-house platform. You will analyze large financial datasets and support senior traders, while mentoring interns.

We value strong C/C++ programming, Linux and Python skills, and a disciplined work ethic. Join a startup-like team with growth opportunities and exposure to high-frequency trading across asset classes.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering from a leading institution.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in programming, particularly in C++ or C.
• Working knowledge of Linux, Python, and shell scripting.
• A curious mindset and a passion for understanding complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance trading models using our in-house platform
• Analyze extensive financial data sets to unearth trading opportunities
• Provide analytical support to our experienced traders
• Develop predictive models for market movements
• Mentor interns and freshers, grooming them as future team mates

Skills

C/C++ programming

Linux

Python

Shell scripting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Mathematics/ Engineering

Tools

Linux

Python

Shell scripting

Job description

NK Securities Research is a leading financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology and sophisticated algorithms to trade the financial markets. Founded in 2011, we have gained invaluable experience in the field of High Frequency Trading across different asset classes.

Responsibilities:

As a Quantitative Researcher, you will:

• Develop and enhance trading models using our in-house platform
• Analyze extensive financial data sets to unearth trading opportunities
• Provide analytical support to our experienced traders
• Develop predictive models for market movements
• Mentor interns and freshers, grooming them as future team mates

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering from a leading institution.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in programming, particularly in C++ or C.
• Working knowledge of Linux, Python, and shell scripting.
• A curious mindset and a passion for understanding complex systems.
• A disciplined and consistent work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience in a startup or the High-Frequency Trading (HFT) industry will be an added advantage.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Catered breakfast and lunch
• Annual international trip
• Monthly team dinners

NK Securities Research is a proprietary trading firm founded in 2011 by Sudhanshu Narang and headquartered in Gurugram, India. It specialises in building and continuously improving high-frequency trading systems and…