Algo Developer

Trading Interview; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Hudson River Trading (HRT) develops and maintains predictive trading models that run on our high-performance infrastructure. You will work closely with fellow algo developers and core developers to research, develop, and test novel order execution and model training methods to improve trading efficiency.

As an Algo Developer, you will apply rigorous statistical analysis to vast market data, monitor model performance, and contribute to ongoing profitability while collaborating across teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field or related discipline.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Quick learner and capable of applying new skills effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain predictive trading models.
• Run models live on high-performance trading infrastructure.
• Analyze daily performance to maintain profitability.
• Collaborate with fellow algo developers and core developers.

Skills

Brilliant analytical skills

Independent thinker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math, CS, Stats, Physics, or related field

Tools

C++

Job description

Algo Developersare responsible for building and maintaining the models that drive our trading. A typical day involves applying rigorous statistical analysis to vast quantities of market and financial data to produce predictive trading models. You will run models live on our high-performance trading infrastructure, and analyze their daily performance to maintain ongoing profitability. Working in close collaboration with fellow algo developers and core developers, you will research, develop, and test novel order execution and model training methods to increase trading efficiency.

Skills

• Brilliant analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to work creatively and independently on long-term technical problems
• Familiarity with the C++ programming language

Profile

• You possess a bachelor's degree in Math, CS, Stats, Physics, or related field
• You are capable of working independently as well as part of a team
• You can analyze and fix problems quickly
• You learn quickly and apply new skills effectively

The estimated base salary range for this position is 200,000 to 300,000 USD per year (or local equivalent). The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Culture

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.
At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.
Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.

Please be advised: Use of AI tools during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited, unless otherwise instructed or agreed upon. We employ various methods to evaluate the authenticity of candidate responses. If we determine that AI assistance was used during any stage of the hiring process, we reserve the right to immediately disqualify your candidacy or rescind any job offers extended.

This description was published by Hudson River Trading.

HRT’s founding partners graduated from Harvard and MIT with degrees in computer science and mathematics, and founded HRT in 2002. Armed with programming skills and sharp quantitative minds, the founders…