Futures Systematic Portfolio Manager - High-Impact Algo Trader

MA CAPITAL U.S. LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Hybrid work model

Office in NY and Chicago

Job summary

MA Capital US LLC seeks a Futures Portfolio Manager to develop fully systematic trading strategies for CME and EUREX futures, including HFT/MFT traders. Fluency in Python or C++ and a strong quantitative background are essential.

You will oversee intraday to multi-day positions with risk controls, optimize performance, and collaborate in an agile, tech-driven trading environment in a startup-like setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in D1 products focusing on CME, ICE and EUREX futures trading from a quant firm, hedge fund, family office, or bank.
• Proven track record of profitable trading strategies with strong risk-adjusted returns.
• Proficient in Python or C++ for building trading strategies and integration.
• Strong understanding of risk controls, market microstructure, and compliance.
• Experience generating alpha from exchange and derived data.
• Hands-on, startup-style mindset with ability to innovate in a fast-paced environment.
• Hybrid work flexibility with offices in Chicago or New York.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: Design and implement fully systematic trading strategies for CME and EUREX futures.
• Portfolio & Risk Management: Manage intraday and short-term positions with controlled risk exposure.
• Technology & Research: Build and optimize strategies using Python or C++ and integrate with infrastructure.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze performance and adjust strategies based on market conditions.

Skills

Quantitative background

Risk management

Alpha generation

Startup environment

Hybrid work

Market knowledge

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

MA Capital US LLC seeks a Futures Portfolio Manager to develop fully systematic trading strategies for CME and EUREX futures, including HFT/MFT traders. Fluency in Python or C++ and a strong quantitative background are essential.

You will oversee intraday to multi-day positions with risk controls, optimize performance, and collaborate in an agile, tech-driven trading environment in a startup-like setting.