NXT – Software Engineer

Quant Blueprint LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Wellness plans

401(k)

Job summary

Squarepoint, a global investment management firm, seeks a Quant Developer to research and implement ideas within its automated trading framework. You will analyze large data sets and study market structures to identify opportunities across global markets.

Collaborating with teams across regions, you’ll help drive data-driven trading strategies and robust performance. The role emphasizes rigorous scientific research, high-pressure decision making, and contributions to cutting-edge compute

Qualifications

• Quantitative background required in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in at least one major language (C++, Java, Python).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across regions.

Responsibilities

• Research and implement trading ideas within automated framework.
• Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods.
• Monitor strategy performance and market structure considerations.

Skills

Quantitative background

C++/Java/Python

Strong communication

Work under pressure

Education

Mathematics

Statistics

Econometrics

Financial Engineering

Operations Research

Computer Science

Physics

Job description

# NXT – Software EngineerCitadelChicago, London, New YorkFull-TimeQuant DeveloperPosted February 17, 2025Squarepoint is a global investment management firm that utilizes a diversified portfolio of systematic and quantitative strategies across financial markets that seeks to achieve high quality, uncorrelated returns for our clients. We have deep expertise in trading, technology and operations and attribute our success to rigorous scientific research. As a technology and data-driven firm, we design and build our own cutting-edge systems, from high performance trading platforms to large scale data analysis and compute farms. With offices around the globe, we emphasize true, global collaboration by aligning our investment, technology and operations teams functionally around the world.Overview of Quant Researcher Position:- Research and implement strategies within the firm's automated trading framework. - Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities. - Develop a strong understanding of market structure of various exchanges and asset classes.### Typical Day of Quant Researcher:- Primary focus throughout the day is on researching and implementing trading ideas. - Before market open, check that all required data and related processes are ready for the trading day. - During market hours, sporadically monitor behavior and performance of strategies.### Skill Set Required For Position:- Quantitative background - includes degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics. - Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (e.g. C++, Java, Python). - Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions. - Ability to work well under pressure.\\*The minimum base salary for this role is $60,000 if located in New York. This expectation is based on available information at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, which could constitute a significant portion of total compensation. This role may also be eligible for benefits, such as health, dental, and other wellness plans, as well as 401(k) contributions. Successful candidates' compensation and benefits will be determined in consideration of various factors.\\*