eTrading Strategist & Developer – Rates Markets

Nomura; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura is seeking an innovative eTrading Strategist / Developer to join the Global Markets Digital Office in New York. You will design and implement algorithmic trading strategies and low-latency execution, working with quants, developers and traders in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong programming skills (C++, Java, Python), a solid understanding of market microstructure, and experience with electronic trading across Rates, equities, futures, options and FX.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in C++, Java, or Python in low-latency environments
• Experience in electronic trading or financial markets
• Degree in CS/Math/Physics
• Understanding of market microstructure, order types, and exchange connectivity
• Statistical analysis and machine learning techniques
• Experience with high-frequency trading and algorithmic execution
• Experience with multiple asset classes (Rates, equities, futures, options, FX)
• Knowledge of market-making strategies and risk management techniques
• Familiarity with MiFID II, Reg NMS
• Distributed systems and cloud computing platforms
• KDB or other time series database

Responsibilities

• Design and develop sophisticated algorithmic trading strategies using quantitative methods and statistical analysis
• Implement and optimize execution algorithms to improve trading efficiency and reduce market impact
• Analyse market microstructure and develop models to predict short-term price movements
• Collaborate with quants, developers, and traders to translate trading ideas into production-ready code
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of trading strategies, making real-time adjustments as necessary
• Conduct research on new trading opportunities and market inefficiencies
• Stay current with regulatory changes and ensure compliance in all trading activities
• Develop and maintain relationships with electronic trading venues and liquidity providers
• Contribute to the firm's overall electronic trading infrastructure and technology stack

Skills

Algo trading

Execution algorithms

Market microstructure

Team collaboration

Strategy monitoring

Research

Regulatory compliance

Venue relationships

Trading infrastructure

Education

Degree in CS/Math/Physics

Tools

KDB

Job description

Nomura is seeking an innovative eTrading Strategist / Developer to join the Global Markets Digital Office in New York. You will design and implement algorithmic trading strategies and low-latency execution, working with quants, developers and traders in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong programming skills (C++, Java, Python), a solid understanding of market microstructure, and experience with electronic trading across Rates, equities, futures, options and FX.