Senior Quant Trader

Medium; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global trading firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Quantitative Trader to monitor risk, develop trading strategies, and improve existing systems. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s or PhD in a quantitative field and possess over 5 years of profitable trading experience. Familiarity with Python and strong organizational skills are essential. This role offers a fast-paced environment with significant responsibility and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s, or PhD in mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science, or related analytical field.
• 5+ years of profitable trading experience in a competitive environment.
• Experience in building and managing trades.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage risk during local time zone shifts.
• Conduct research and facilitate hedging using automated trading infrastructure.
• Improve existing strategies and develop new strategies.

Skills

Profitable trading experience

Familiarity with Python

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in a quantitative field

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.