Quantitative Trader at BHFT New York, NY

BHFT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A proprietary trading firm in New York seeks an experienced Quantitative Trader to develop and execute trading strategies while optimizing performance in real-time. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of successful trading experience in multiple markets and proficiency in Python or C++. The role emphasizes a results-driven culture and offers the flexibility of remote work. Join a team of over 200 professionals dedicated to innovation and performance in algorithmic trading.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of success in Chinese commodity futures, equities, CME/ICE commodity futures, or Brazilian futures.
• Experience in cross-border trading is a plus.
• Proficiency in running systematic trading strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies to capitalize on market inefficiencies.
• Monitor and optimize trading performance with real-time adjustments.
• Control and report risk and PnL metrics.

Skills

Algorithmic strategies

Python

C++

Risk management

Market analysis

Job description

Quantitative Trader job at BHFT. New York, NY.

BHFT is a proprietary algorithmic trading firm. Our team manages the full trading cycle, from software development to creating and coding strategies and algorithms.
Our trading operations cover key exchanges. The firm trades across a broad range of asset classes, including equities, equity derivatives, options, commodity futures, rates futures, etc. We employ a diverse and growing array of algorithmic trading strategies, utilizing both HFT and MFT approaches.
We’ve got a team of 200+ professionals, with a strong emphasis on technology – 70% are technical specialists in development, infrastructure, testing, and analytics spheres. The remaining part of the team supports our business operations, such as Risks, Compliance, Legal, Operations and more.

With a strong focus on innovation and performance, BHFT is actively expanding its presence in traditional financial markets. We value a results-driven culture, emphasizing collaboration, transparency, and constant improvement, all while offering the flexibility of remote work and a globally distributed team.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute trading strategies that involve identifying and capitalizing on marketinefficiencies through algorithmic strategies;
• Continuously monitor and optimize trading performance by implementing real-time adjustments to algorithm configurations based on the strategy;
• Control and report risk, PnL, and other metrics;
• Work closely with other teams to ensure smooth operations of the trading business;
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, counterparties, and market participants;
• Provide regular updates on trading performance and market conditions to senior management.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success (5+ years) in one or more of the following markets: Chinese commodity futures,Chinese equities (with a strong preference for ETF experience), CME/ICE commodity futures, or Brazilian futures (DI);
• Cross-border trading experience is a plus;
• Extensive work experience in a financial institution with an active trading presence across these regions;
• Experience running fully/semi-systematic trading strategies with holding periods ranging from minutes to a few hours (non-latency sensitive);
• Proficiency in Python or C++;
• A good reputation in the market and readiness to provide reference/verified statetments;
• Understanding of market structure, regulations, and current opportunities.