Quantitative Developer | Singapore, SG

Principle Partners; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund executive search firm in Singapore seeks an experienced Quantitative Developer to design and optimize automated trading systems. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of relevant experience and a strong technical background, particularly in Python. Responsibilities include collaborating with Portfolio Managers and improving trading strategies. Competitive salary and bonus offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience as a Quantitative Developer or similar role.
• Hands-on experience in designing trading system architecture.
• Solid understanding of financial instruments, especially in FX and Rates.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement trading system architecture.
• Optimize trading platform for systematic macro strategies.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Manager to enhance investment process.

Skills

Python

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Finance

Tools

Java

C#

Job description

Quantitative Developer

Principle Partners Singapore Apply now Posted 2 days ago Permanent Attractive hedge fund base salary + bonus

Quantitative Developer

Principle Partners Singapore Apply now

Our client is a leading hedge fund specializing in macro trading strategies across various asset classes. They are seeking a Quant Developer for one of their trading team in Singapore. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and optimizing an automated trading platform and infrastructure. This role requires a strong technical background and independence.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust and scalable trading system architecture, building automated trading systems from scratch.
• Optimize the trading platform and infrastructure to enhance performance and efficiency for systematic macro strategies (FX, Rates).
• Collaborate with the Portfolio Manager to develop innovative data-driven approaches and enhance the investment process.
• Conduct research to improve existing trading strategies and manage associated risks.
• Monitor and support technology systems, ensuring high levels of performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to maintain smooth trading operations.
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in technology to continuously improve trading systems.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Finance).
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience as a Quantitative Developer or in a similar role within trading or finance, preferably at leading investment banks or systematic trading firms.
• Hands-on experience in designing trading system architecture and building trading systems from scratch.
• Strong programming proficiency in Python; experience with Java or C# is a plus.
• Solid understanding of financial instruments and concepts, particularly in FX and Rates.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

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Principle Partners is an Asian specialist in buy-side executive search with a focus on Asset Management, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Hedge Funds, Technology Companies, and Wealth Management.

The firm is headquartered in Singapore and covers the Asia Pacific region.

Client profiles for asset management include international, regional and boutique fund houses and sovereign wealth funds. For private equity, we serve global, pan-Asian, regional and country-specific funds looking to deploy capital in Asia, with strategies including buy-outs, control investments, growth equity, and early stage investments.

Our hedge fund clients range from start-ups to the largest international funds, with strategies including equity long-short, event-driven, convertible bond arbitrage, Asian/global macro, distressed debt/special situations and high-frequency trading.

We have a strong track record for senior positions placements at the world’s largest asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, private equity, hedge funds, and family offices. We also cover middle and back office roles such as legal, compliance and risk management to support the core front-office investing roles.

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