Quantitative Risk Developer / Analyst Chicago Office

Geneva Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm seeking a Quantitative Risk Developer / Analyst in Chicago to balance robust risk models with real-time live trading support focused on futures markets. You will build and maintain quantitative risk models, integrate AI-driven techniques, and provide first-line live trading oversight while collaborating with traders and core engineering teams.

This role suits both junior and senior candidates eager to impact risk architecture and

Qualifications

• Experience building and deploying quantitative risk models (VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis).
• Experience with ML/AI techniques for risk challenges and anomaly detection.
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++ with strong software engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain quantitative risk models, pricing libraries, and margin replication tools for futures markets.
• Explore, prototype, and implement AI-driven techniques to enhance predictive risk modeling and trading surveillance.
• Provide real-time, first-line support and monitoring of live trading activity, escalating risk exposures and system anomalies.
• Build, optimize, and scale real-time risk monitoring tools, dashboards, and automated alerting systems.
• Interpret complex trading behavior and market movements to assess risk implications and refine model parameters.
• Collaborate with traders, operations, and core engineering teams to align risk systems with trading strategies; mentor juniors for senior roles.
• Lead post-trade reviews and risk incident analysis to prevent recurring issues.

Skills

Python

C++

Machine learning

Risk modeling

Trading systems

SQL/NoSQL

Communication

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in a quantitative field

Tools

SPAN

SPAN 2

Job description

Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London. Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets. Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence. Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.

About the Role:

We are seeking a high-quality Quantitative Risk Developer / Analyst to join our proprietary trading firm. We welcome applications from both exceptional junior candidates looking to accelerate their careers and seasoned senior professionals. This uniquely hybrid role balances building robust quantitative risk models with providing critical first-line support for live trading activity, with a strong focus on futures markets. The ideal candidate is a hands-on builder and a calm problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of quantitative development, risk architecture, real-time market dynamics, and applied artificial intelligence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quantitative Development: Design, develop, and maintain quantitative risk models, pricing libraries, and margin replication tools for futures markets.
• AI & Machine Learning Integration: Explore, prototype, and implement AI-driven techniques to enhance predictive risk modeling, anomaly detection, and automated trading surveillance.
• Live Trading Oversight: Provide real-time, first-line support and monitoring of live trading activity, rapidly identifying and escalating risk exposures, breaches, or system anomalies.
• Tooling & Architecture: Build, optimize, and scale real-time risk monitoring tools, dashboards, and automated alerting systems.
• Market Analysis: Interpret complex trading behavior and market movements to assess potential risk implications and continuously refine model parameters.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Partner closely with traders, operations, and core engineering teams to align risk systems with trading strategies. (Senior candidates will also be expected to mentor junior team members and guide risk‑tech architecture decisions).
• Incident Response: Lead post-trade reviews, risk incident analysis, and implement systemic fixes to prevent recurring issues.

What We’re Looking For:

• Industry Experience: Open to all levels. Ranging from 1–2+ years of high-impact experience for junior candidates to 5+ years for senior applicants in a quantitative development, risk modeling, or trading systems role.
• Quantitative & Modeling Expertise: Experience (or strong academic/project background for juniors) building and deploying quantitative risk models (e.g., VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis).
• AI Experience & Passion: Practical experience with machine learning, data science, or AI modeling techniques, coupled with a strong enthusiasm for expanding your AI expertise and applying it to complex risk challenges.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python and/or C++, with a solid grasp of software engineering best practices, data structures, and database management (SQL/NoSQL).
• Market Knowledge: Practical understanding of futures markets, exchange mechanics, and trading lifecycles.
• Calm Under Pressure: Exceptional ability to remain composed, troubleshoot systems, and make sound judgments in a fast-moving, high-stakes live trading environment.
• Communication: Excellent ability to translate complex quantitative concepts and risk concerns into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Flexibility: Willingness to provide coverage during Asian market hours, including early mornings or overnight shifts, as dictated by live trading support needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field such as Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with exchange margin methodologies (e.g., SPAN, SPAN 2).
• Experience working in a 24/5 or global trading infrastructure.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $85,000 - $175,000, plus eligibility for a performance‑based bonus.

Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, Geneva Trading offers a competitive total rewards package, including a comprehensive benefits program. Learn more about our employee incentives here: https://www.genevatrading.com/employee-incentives/

Application expected to close: 10/01/2026

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.