Quantitative Equity Trader - Americas Markets

Dodgeandcox; San Francisco (CA); Sur place; USD 175 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

Dodge & Cox is seeking a quantitative equity trader for Americas Markets, based in San Francisco. The role focuses on implementing policy decisions and cash flow trades using quantitative methods, while collaborating to enhance execution strategies and liquidity sourcing.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years trading US, Canada, and LatAm markets, with a strong academic record and preference for MFE/MBA and CFA. Proficiency in Python or R is valued, together with Excel/PowerPoint skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience trading US, Canada and Latin America markets.
• Strong academic record; MFE/MBA preferred.
• CFA designation or interest in obtaining the CFA designation.
• Quantitative trading experience; understanding of trading algorithms.
• Deep knowledge of US market microstructure and exchange rules.

Responsabilités

• Implement investment policy decisions and cash flow trades using data and quantitative methods.
• Develop and enhance execution strategies with broker algorithms and pre-/post-trade analytics.
• Collaborate with the trade strategy team to build a quantitative trading framework to identify trade signals.
• Lead and help equity traders to incorporate trading signals into their workflow.
• Develop and manage broker relationships to source liquidity.
• Communicate market and execution updates to traders, research analysts, PMs and policy committee members.

Connaissances

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Trading experience

Formation

MFE/MBA preferred

CFA designation or interest

Outils

Python

R

Excel

PowerPoint

Description du poste

Quantitative Equity Trader - Americas Markets page is loaded## Quantitative Equity Trader - Americas Marketslocations: San Francisco Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0000669The Quantitative Equity Trader (Americas Markets) will be an integral member of the Equity Trading Team at Dodge & Cox. The Equity Trading team is responsible for implementing tactical and investment decisions in markets globally. It is comprised of creative problem solvers who not only execute trades but also work closely with investment committee members, research analysts, portfolio implementation and trade analytics and strategy teams to understand investment objectives to develop strategic approaches to source liquidity.The Quantitative Equity Trader (Americas Markets) will be an integral part of a strong teamwork culture where collaboration and cooperation drive communication and the decision-making process. He or she will primarily trade US market hours which translate to working from 5:00am to 2:00pm San Francisco time.Dodge & Cox has a team-based collaborative culture where individuals are empowered to contribute in a meaningful way. The firm attracts candidates with high levels of academic and professional achievement and leadership ability.This is a 2-to-4-year position with the potential for longer term employment.**Key Responsibilities*** Implement investment policy decisions and cash flow trades by leveraging data and quantitative methods* Advocate changes to trading strategies and processes to achieve better trade execution outcomes for clients* Partner with trade strategy team to develop and enhance execution strategies: by customizing broker algorithms and pre- / post- trade analytics to improve trade performance* Collaborate with the trade strategy team to build a quantitative trading framework to identify trade signals using market data. Lead and help equity traders to incorporate the trading signals into their trading workflow* Develop and execute equity-linked currencies and currency hedging strategies* Develop and manage broker relationships to source liquidity* Communicate market and execution updates verbally and in writing to other traders, research analysts, portfolio managers and policy committee members* Provide equity trading presentations to existing and potential clients and consultants* Collaborate with other traders and the Operations, Legal/Compliance, and IT departments on ad-hoc projects**Ideal Candidate Profile*** Ability and desire to work in a team-oriented environment* Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills**Qualifications*** Preferred 3-5 years' experience trading US, Canada and Latin America markets on either the buyside or sell side* A strong academic record; MFE/MBA preferred* CFA designation or interest in obtaining the CFA designation* Quantitative trading experience. Solid understanding of trading algorithms and statistical modelling preferred* Deep knowledge of US market microstructure and exchange rules and regulations* Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint. Python or R preferred* Experience analyzing trade executions and performance* Willingness and flexibility to cover different markets and trading hours* Familiarity with modern AI tools and frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, LLM-based tools) to accelerate research, prototyping, and workflow automation## **The salary range for this position is $175,000k - $200,000k.**##The listed pay scale denotes only the pay range of the base salary and does not include discretionary bonus compensation, which may make up an important portion of the total remuneration. Dodge & Cox encourages applicants to consider the value of the many competitive benefits it offers, including coverage of 100% of all healthcare premiums for employees and their families and fully funding a retirement plan at 25% of the total compensation to the IRS limit. Dodge & Cox also provides additional benefits such as commuter, health & wellness, backup care, matching gift, employee assistance, and life and disability insurance. The listed pay scale reflects the base salary Dodge & Cox reasonably expects to pay for this position and is not a reflection of the highest and lowest base salary of any current Dodge & Cox employee. Actual base salary will be based on factors such as the candidate's prior relevant experience (including within and external to Dodge & Cox, as applicable), education, skills, and knowledge.*The job description above is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.* *It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, or medical condition, as defined in state and federal laws. This policy covers all aspects of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, demotion, and termination. By applying for a position with Dodge & Cox, you acknowledge that you have read our**All Dodge & Cox employees must adhere to the Firm's security policies and Code of Ethics. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.*locations: San Francisco Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Ago