PhD Quant Trader: High-Impact Algo & Markets

Trading Interview; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtu Financial is seeking Quantitative Traders to design, operate and refine high-performance algorithmic strategies across electronic venues globally. You will work with engineers to enhance strategy deployment, learn trade-floor dynamics and contribute to market microstructure insights.

A PhD in a quantitative field and strong programming ability are essential, with a focus on initiative and collaboration.

Qualifications

• PhD in science, math, engineering or related quantitative field.
• Outstanding quantitative problem-solving skills and mathematical aptitude.
• Programming experience required (Python, SQL, Java or C++ a plus).
• Strong communication and concise information delivery.
• Self-motivated, tenacious, able to work independently or in a team.
• Experience with trading, strategy games or poker helpful but not required.
• No finance background required.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate and improve high-performance algorithmic trading strategies deployed on electronic venues.
• Collaborate with software engineers to enhance trading strategies and execution.
• Learn trade floor operations during mentorship and integrate into strategy deployment.
• Contribute to understanding market microstructure and liquidity dynamics.

Skills

Python

SQL

C++

Java

Quantitative reasoning

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in quantitative field

Job description

Virtu Financial is seeking Quantitative Traders to design, operate and refine high-performance algorithmic strategies across electronic venues globally. You will work with engineers to enhance strategy deployment, learn trade-floor dynamics and contribute to market microstructure insights.

A PhD in a quantitative field and strong programming ability are essential, with a focus on initiative and collaboration.