Foreign Exchange Trader

QUANTMATTER PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantitative trading firm seeks an ambitious Quant Trader to establish and manage their own independent trading desk. The role involves developing and implementing high-quality trading strategies while maintaining rigorous risk management practices. Candidates should have a strong educational background in quantitative fields, at least two years of trading experience, and proficient programming skills in Python, C++, or Java. Join us in Singapore, a premier financial hub, and enjoy unlimited performance-based compensation and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Unlimited performance-based compensation

Access to low-latency infrastructure

Real-time data and advanced research tools

Long-term career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of live trading experience in Equities, Futures, FX, Commodities, or Options.
• Demonstrated ability to build, test, and deploy trading algorithms.
• Proven track record of profitability and disciplined risk management.

Responsibilities

• Launch and operate an independent trading desk backed by Quant Matter.
• Research, develop, and implement alpha-generating strategies across global financial markets.
• Conduct rigorous quantitative analysis to identify high-probability trading opportunities.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Finance

Tools

Python

C++

Java

MATLAB

Job description

About Quant Matter

At Quant Matter, we are an innovative quantitative trading firm specializing in crypto market-making and multi-asset algorithmic trading (including futures, equities, commodities, FX, and digital assets). We develop and deploy high-quality quantitative strategies and predictive signals (alpha) with a focus on sustainable, long-term success in global financial markets. We also seek to continuously improve our approach to risk management. Our edge lies in our ability to combine advanced technology, data-driven insights, and market expertise to deliver consistent, high-performance trading.

We are seeking an ambitious and self-driven Quant Trader to establish and manage their own trading desk. This role is ideal for algorithmic traders, but experienced traders without coding skills will also be considered. You must have your own trading strategies

Key Responsibilities

• Launch and operate an independent trading desk backed by Quant Matter.
• Research, develop, and implement alpha-generating strategies across global financial markets.
• Conduct rigorous quantitative analysis to identify high-probability trading opportunities.
• Back test and optimize strategies using robust statistical and computational techniques.
• Monitor market conditions and macroeconomic factors to refine positioning.
• Apply comprehensive risk management to preserve capital and minimize drawdowns.
• Work closely with internal teams to improve execution infrastructure and scale strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Finance, or a related field (others considered based on experience).
• Minimum 2 years of live trading experience in Equities, Futures, FX, Commodities, or Options.
• Preferably 3+ years of exposure to global financial markets (e.g., U.S., KRX, JPX, ASX, SGX, SSE).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, or MATLAB.
• Strong skills in quantitative modeling, statistical analysis, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to build, test, and deploy trading algorithms.
• Adaptability to changing market conditions and environments.
• Proven track record of profitability and disciplined risk management.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for markets.
• Must have his/her own strategy

Bonus Points For

• Experience with high-frequency trading (HFT) strategies
• Expertise in risk management and execution systems
• Track record in building and scaling trading strategies

What We Offer

• Unlimited performance-based compensation with full P&L ownership.
• The opportunity to build and scale your own desk with institutional-grade support.
• Access to low-latency infrastructure, real-time data, and advanced research tools.
• A collaborative and performance-driven culture.
• Flexibility and autonomy in strategy development and execution.
• A base in Singapore — one of the world’s premier financial hubs.
• Long-term career growth in a forward-thinking, innovation-led firm.

If you are a motivated quant trader with a proven track record and an entrepreneurial spirit, we want to hear from you!

Send your resume, P&L track record, and a brief summary of your trading approach [e-mail] or click the 'Apply' Button.