Quant Developer

Mathrix; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology firm in Singapore is seeking a Quant Developer to create software and models crucial for automated trading strategies. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s in Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science, possess strong programming capabilities, and thrive in a collaborative, demanding environment. Excellent remuneration and a supportive culture are offered, with numerous benefits including vacation days and team outings.

Benefits

Excellent remuneration (including discretionary bonus)

20 vacation days

Monthly meal allowance

Yearly office trip(s)

Qualifications

• Exceptional grades from a top 200 university.
• Highly proficient in various programming languages.
• Accurate coder with strict coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and models for automated trading strategies.
• Write code to handle complex data in a demanding environment.
• Research and implement solutions for trading strategies.

Skills

Programming proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science

Tools

Linux/Unix environment

Version control (git)

Job description

Overview

Your job

In our line of work, we face mathematical and data-related challenges on a daily basis, that need to be solved with code that runs 24/7 in a highly demanding environment. As a Quant Developer you are developing software and models that are crucial components in our automated trading strategies. You spend a lot of time writing code and creating systems that can handle complex data and complex processes. The work entails a combination of technical and practical aspects to find the best solutions for our trading strategies. To do so, you ask the right questions, analyse the projects, do your research, backtest and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and models that are crucial components in automated trading strategies.
• Write code and create systems that can handle complex data and complex processes for a 24/7 demanding environment.
• Ask the right questions, analyse projects, research, backtest and implement solutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science or equivalent, with exceptional grades*
• Highly proficient in various programming languages
• Comfortable in a Linux/Unix environment (command line, SSH, etc.)
• Experience with version control (git)
• Accurate coder who works with strict coding practices to minimize the risk of errors
• Team player, easy and clear communication
• Pro-active, flexible and stress-resistant

* Minimum requirements are: (i) attending a top 200 university and (ii) top tier grades such as CH: ≥5.5, UK: ≥70%, NL: ≥8.0, DE: ≤1.6, FR: A, IT: 110L or equivalent. We value a well-rounded approach to talent assessment. While we have baseline expectations for academic performance, we understand that grades alone do not fully capture a candidate\'s potential or abilities. Therefore, we also welcome applicants who demonstrate exceptional skills, experience, or achievements in other areas that complement or compensate for slightly lower academic grades.

Benefits

• Excellent remuneration (including discretionary bonus)
• Fun and inspiring work environment
• Experienced and knowledgeable colleagues
• 20 vacation days
• Additional benefits: going out for dinner regularly, Friday afternoon drinks, yearly office trip(s), monthly meal allowance

A pre-employment screening is part of our application process.