Global Algorithmic Trader: Build High-Impact Markets

Virtu Careers; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Virtu Financial is seeking Quantitative Traders to design, operate, and improve high‑performance algorithmic trading strategies across electronic venues worldwide. The role involves mentorship, collaboration with software engineers, and deep exploration of market microstructure, offering a path into financial technology.

Ideal candidates have a strong academic background in hard sciences, excellent quantitative skills, and programming experience in Python/SQL, with Java or C++ a plus.

Formación

• Strong quantitative and mathematical aptitude.
• Programming experience in Python and SQL; Java or C++ is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.

Responsabilidades

• Design, operate, and improve high‑performance algorithmic trading strategies.
• Collaborate with software engineers to enhance trading systems and tools.
• Participate in mentorship and training on trade floor operations.

Conocimientos

Python

SQL

Java

C++

Quantitative problem solving

Communication

Educación

Hard sciences background

Descripción del empleo

Virtu Financial is seeking Quantitative Traders to design, operate, and improve high‑performance algorithmic trading strategies across electronic venues worldwide. The role involves mentorship, collaboration with software engineers, and deep exploration of market microstructure, offering a path into financial technology.

Ideal candidates have a strong academic background in hard sciences, excellent quantitative skills, and programming experience in Python/SQL, with Java or C++ a plus.