Lead Quantitative Developer - Trading Strategies

Algo Capital Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quantitative Developer to enhance their trading technologies team. This role is pivotal in optimizing execution performance and developing sophisticated tools for actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantitative development, particularly within hedge funds or investment banks, and will work closely with traders and researchers to implement innovative trading strategies. This position offers significant growth opportunities in a competitive environment, making it an exciting chance for a motivated individual to make an impact in the financial markets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quantitative development within hedge funds or investment banks.
• Strong experience with C++ and Python, and large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Implement trading strategies and execution performance across asset classes.
• Collaborate with traders to improve execution and minimize costs.

Skills

C++

Python

Statistical Modeling

Data Analysis

Financial Market Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Research Platforms

Database Management Systems

Job description

Our client is a leading Hedge Fund headquartered in London and is seeking a Quantitative Developer to join their trading technologies team. The firm's team integrates innovative technology and trading strategies, while utilizing a sophisticated research platform and development environment to realize consistent trading alphas. An extremely talented and motivated individual is sought after, in order to collaborate with a team that is competitive in the global financial markets.

As a Quantitative Developer you will play a crucial role in enhancing their research framework and trading strategies development across all assets, enabling their traders to optimize execution performance and minimize costs. You will collaborate closely with the traders, PMS, and stakeholders in the quantitative research team to develop sophisticated tools and analytics that provide actionable insights into improving PnL.

Responsibilities:

• Implement trading strategies and execution performance across various asset classes.
• Implement statistical models and algorithms.
• Collaborate with traders and quantitative researchers to identify areas for improvement.
• Provide quantitative development expertise and support to traders and portfolio managers on all front office technology related matters.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a quantitative development within a hedge fund or an investment bank.
• Familiarity with financial markets and trading concepts.
• Strong experience working with C++ and Python.
• Experience working with large datasets and databases.

Excellent opportunity with an elite fund with huge growth opportunities.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Information Technology, and Production

Industries

Capital Markets, Investment Banking, and Financial Services