Head of Algo Execution for Americas — Equities & Futures

BestEx Research Group; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

BestEx Research is seeking a qualified professional to lead execution services for cash equities and futures, focusing on AMER hours. You will monitor live algorithms, resolve issues, and manage client communications while maintaining risk controls and advising on algorithm usage.

Based at our Stamford, CT location, the role collaborates with technology and quantitative teams to improve platform stability, diagnostics, and beta feature onboarding. Travel within the US is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software or Computer Engineering, or related discipline + 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution services supporting clients using algorithmic trading during AMER hours for cash equities and futures.
• Monitor live algorithms, troubleshoot issues, manage client communications, and oversee trading risk during production events.
• Maintain deep working knowledge of execution algorithms to address client inquiries and diagnose performance or behavior issues.
• Act as a subject-matter resource for clients and internal teams. Understand client trading strategies and usage patterns. Recommend appropriate algorithms, conduct TCA reviews, and support increased platform adoption.
• Lead response during system issues or market events, including escalation, risk oversight, and client communication. Maintain risk management procedures for algorithmic execution.
• Partner with technology and quantitative teams to improve monitoring, diagnostics, and platform stability.
• Lead beta testing and support client onboarding for new algorithmic features.

Skills

Algorithmic trading

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/IT/Software/Engineering

Job description

BestEx Research is seeking a qualified professional to lead execution services for cash equities and futures, focusing on AMER hours. You will monitor live algorithms, resolve issues, and manage client communications while maintaining risk controls and advising on algorithm usage.

Based at our Stamford, CT location, the role collaborates with technology and quantitative teams to improve platform stability, diagnostics, and beta feature onboarding. Travel within the US is possible.