Senior Quant Trader

P2P; Singapore; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled quantitative analyst with a strong background in trading and risk management. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise to monitor risks, conduct research, and develop innovative trading strategies. Collaborating with quant developers, you will implement cutting-edge solutions in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive on challenges and are eager to contribute to a leading trading desk, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in a quantitative analytical field is required.
• 5+ years of profitable trading experience on a leading trading desk.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage risk during local time zone + rotation for weekend shift.
• Conduct research/pricing/execution to facilitate hedging.

Skills

Python

Quantitative Analysis

Trading Strategies

Risk Management

Post-Trade Analysis

Education

Master’s in Mathematics

PhD in Engineering

PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage risk during local time zone + rotation for weekend shift.
• Conduct research/pricing/execution to facilitate hedging by using our automated trading infrastructure.
• Improving existing strategies and developing new strategies
• Identifying new markets/opportunities
• Perform post-trade analysis of strategies.
• Collaborating with quant developers to implement trading strategies and system features.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s, or PhD in mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science, or related quantitative analytical field.
• 5+ profitable trading experience on a leading trading desk in a bank, proprietary trading, or market making environment in any asset class.
• Demonstrable experience in successfully building and managing trades.
• Familiar with Python and have a keen interest in expanding your technical skillset.
• Think critically and strive for continuous improvement.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with high attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
• Are adaptive, self-motivated, enjoy challenges and significant responsibility, and thrive in fast-paced, competitive environments.