Junior Quant Trader: Asian Market Hours

Old Mission; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

Free breakfast and lunch every day on-site

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with employer match

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leaves

Commuter and Flexible Spending Programs

Job summary

A global proprietary trading firm in Chicago is seeking a Junior Quantitative Trader for Asian market hours. The role involves monitoring trading activities, overseeing complex portfolios, and implementing strategies to enhance trade execution. Candidates should have a quantitative degree and relevant trading experience, alongside proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and competitive salaries ranging from $125,000 to $150,000.

Qualifications

• A degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, engineering, or one of the hard sciences.
• Proficiency with at least one of the programming languages: Python, C++, JAVA, VBA, R, Matlab or Ruby.
• 2+ years of relevant trading experience.
• Great attention to detail and problem-solving skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems and manage all trading activity from Sunday to Thursday.
• Oversee trade execution and risk of trading portfolios.
• Research potential trading opportunities.
• Implement technology-driven trading strategies.

Skills

Python

C++

JAVA

VBA

R

Matlab

Ruby

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Automated trading systems

Job description

A global proprietary trading firm in Chicago is seeking a Junior Quantitative Trader for Asian market hours. The role involves monitoring trading activities, overseeing complex portfolios, and implementing strategies to enhance trade execution. Candidates should have a quantitative degree and relevant trading experience, alongside proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and competitive salaries ranging from $125,000 to $150,000.