Quantitative Trading Systems Engineer

Point72; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Point72 is seeking an experienced software engineer to work on systematic trading strategies. The role involves building and maintaining a trading platform, enhancing automation, and ensuring system stability.

Candidates should have a strong background in Python, software architecture, and quantitative analysis. The position offers a competitive salary range of $200,000-$300,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM discipline.
• Advanced proficiency in Python.
• Experience with software architecture best practices.

Responsibilities

• Build components for live trading and simulation.
• Refine and increase automation of the research infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Python and its ecosystem

Strong quantitative and analytical skills

Proficiency with Linux

Experience with software architecture best practices

Proficiency with C/C++

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science or other STEM discipline

Tools

Python libraries (numpy, pandas, scikit-learn)

Linux

Job description

Point72 is seeking an experienced software engineer to work on systematic trading strategies. The role involves building and maintaining a trading platform, enhancing automation, and ensuring system stability.

Candidates should have a strong background in Python, software architecture, and quantitative analysis. The position offers a competitive salary range of $200,000-$300,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.