Quantitative Trader Graduate: Learn Proprietary Markets

DV Trading LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DV Trading LLC, a Chicago-based proprietary trading firm, is seeking a Quantitative Trader Graduate to join the DV Equities desk and participate in the execution and risk management of systematic trading strategies across global equity markets.

This role is designed for graduates with a strong quantitative foundation and a curiosity about markets; you will work closely with senior traders and researchers to develop, refine, and monitor data-driven models, improving alpha opportunities daily.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Math, Stats, Economics, CS, Physics, Engineering or related, with expected graduation by Summer 2027.
• Strong proficiency in Python; SQL, statistical modeling, or C++ is highly preferred.
• Strong foundation in math, probability, and statistics.
• Genuine interest in financial markets, algorithmic trading, and market microstructure.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior traders to learn proprietary methodologies and quantitative trading systems
• Participate in the execution and risk management of systematic trading strategies, including trade execution and risk layoffs
• Build, maintain, and improve quantitative trading models using historical market and orderbook data
• Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, inefficiencies, and new alpha opportunities for systematic strategies
• Enhance existing strategies and identify new opportunities through data-driven research
• Liaise between the trading desk, internal teams, and OTC relationships
• Monitor live trading performance and iterate on models based on real-time market feedback
• Additional responsibilities may be driven by the individual's interests and skills

Skills

Python

SQL

C++

Statistical modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Master's degree in a quantitative field

PhD in a quantitative field

Job description

DV Trading LLC, a Chicago-based proprietary trading firm, is seeking a Quantitative Trader Graduate to join the DV Equities desk and participate in the execution and risk management of systematic trading strategies across global equity markets.

This role is designed for graduates with a strong quantitative foundation and a curiosity about markets; you will work closely with senior traders and researchers to develop, refine, and monitor data-driven models, improving alpha opportunities daily.