Algorithm Developer (Quant Research & Trading) – 2027 Grads

Trading Interview; New York (NY); On-site; USD 255,000 - 345,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson River Trading (HRT) in New York seeks exceptional quantitative thinkers to join our Algorithm Development teams. You will build and maintain predictive trading models by applying rigorous statistical analysis to large market data sets.

As part of a cross‑functional team with Software Engineers, you will research, develop, and test novel order execution and model training methods, run models on our high‑performance trading infrastructure, and monitor daily performance to sustain

Qualifications

• You are a full-time undergraduate or masters student in a quantitative discipline eligible for full-time roles in 2027.
• Experience programming in Python and/or C++.
• Experience with statistical analysis, numerical programming, or machine learning in Python, Pandas/Numpy, R, and/or MATLAB.
• A passion for applying quantitative models and technology toward solving real-world problems.
• Brilliant analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work creatively and independently on long-term technical problems.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and test novel order execution and model training methods to increase trading efficiency.
• Run models live on our high-performance trading infrastructure and analyze daily performance to maintain profitability.
• Collaborate with fellow Algorithm Developers and Software Engineers to advance trading models.

Skills

Python

C++

Statistics

Machine learning

Pandas/Numpy

R/MATLAB

Education

Undergraduate or Master's student in quantitative discipline

Tools

Pandas/Numpy

R

MATLAB

Job description

Job Type Full-time

Posted 1 month ago

The role

Job description

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking exceptional quantitative thinkers to join our Algorithm Development teams in New York, London, and Singapore. Algorithm Developers at HRT are 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.

In this role, you will work alongside fellow Algorithm Developers and Software Engineers to research, develop, and test novel order execution and model training methods to increase trading efficiency. This will involve running models live on our high-performance trading infrastructure and analyzing daily performance to maintain ongoing profitability.

Ideal candidates are strong researchers eager to learn new skills, who can work both independently and collaboratively to solve problems efficiently.

Qualifications

• You are a full-time undergraduate or masters student in a quantitative discipline (math, physics, computer science, statistics, or a related program) who is eligible for full-time roles in 2027
• Experience programming in Python and/or C++
• Experience with statistical analysis, numerical programming, or machine learning in Python, Pandas/Numpy, R, and/or MATLAB
• A passion for applying quantitative models and technology toward solving real-world problems
• Brilliant analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work creatively and independently on long-term technical problems

Base salary for US is $300,000. Other locations have similarly locally competitive base salaries. A sign-on and discretionary performance bonus will be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical and/or other benefits.

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.

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…