Quantitative Systematic Options Trader

Citadel Securities; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Citadel Securities is seeking a Systematic Options Trader in Miami. This role focuses on managing quantitative systematic trading strategies, ensuring operational excellence, and collaborating with developers and researchers. Candidates should have a strong STEM or economics background, proficiency in Python, and excellent strategic decision-making skills. This position involves real-time risk management and adjusting pricing strategies based on market flows. Join a company that values winning, integrity, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM or economics program from a top institution.
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Python and associated data-science libraries.

Responsibilities

• Build a deep understanding of the systematic market-making business.
• Identify new ways of instrumenting and measuring existing systematic behaviors.
• Guide the evolution of the platform and its component strategies.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strategic decision-making

Proficiency in Python

Familiarity with Linux

Knowledge of SQL

Track record in trading strategies

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM or economics program

Tools

Python data-science libraries (pandas, scikit-learn)

Kdb+/Q

Git

VS Code

Job description

Citadel Securities is seeking a Systematic Options Trader in Miami. This role focuses on managing quantitative systematic trading strategies, ensuring operational excellence, and collaborating with developers and researchers. Candidates should have a strong STEM or economics background, proficiency in Python, and excellent strategic decision-making skills. This position involves real-time risk management and adjusting pricing strategies based on market flows. Join a company that values winning, integrity, and continuous learning.