Head of HFT Technology

Algo Capital Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund in New York is seeking a Head of High-Frequency Trading (HFT). This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to shape trading strategies and manage a talented team. Key qualifications include strong leadership skills, extensive quantitative background, and experience in high-frequency trading environments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in high-frequency trading.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience leading teams in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower a team of quantitative traders.
• Optimize trading strategies and enhance performance.
• Manage high-frequency trading operations.

Skills

Leadership

Quantitative analysis

Programming (Python, C++)

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mathematics, Computer Science, Finance, or Engineering

Job description

A world-renowned Hedge Fund is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to join as the Head of High-Frequency Trading (HFT). This is a senior leadership role that offers an outstanding opportunity to build out and grow one of the most recognized businesses, with a unique opportunity to be exposed to the inner workings of a highly successful automated trading firm. As a leader in the field of algorithmic trading, our clients have built the world's most sophisticated computing environments for machine learning, research, and development.

Role and Responsibilities:

As the Head of High-Frequency Trading (HFT), you will play a pivotal role in our firm's success by providing strategic leadership and direction to our HFT operations. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and empowering a dynamic team of quantitative traders who are focused on researching, interpreting, and capitalizing on the global trading markets.
• Taking ownership of projects, strategy inputs, and improving profitability, while holding team members accountable for achieving results and demonstrating our firm's values.
• Collaborating closely with other teams, such as technology, research, and risk management, to optimize trading strategies and enhance performance.
• Managing and overseeing our high frequency trading operations, including trade execution, risk management, and performance monitoring.

Qualifications:

• A proven track record of successful high-frequency trading experience in a quantitative trading firm or a similar environment, with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members.
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, with a deep understanding of market microstructure, statistical arbitrage, and other high-frequency trading strategies.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or other relevant languages used in quantitative trading.
• Experience in managing risk and developing risk management systems for high-frequency trading.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and make quick decisions under pressure.
• A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field such as mathematics, computer science, finance, or engineering.

A highly competitive compensation package is offered, including a base salary, PnL bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. This is a unique opportunity to join a world-class quantitative trading firm and play a key leadership role in driving its success in the high-frequency trading space. For more information please apply now.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Finance, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Capital Markets, Investment Management, and Technology, Information and Media

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