Senior Quant Trader: Equities, FX & Futures

Huxley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Huxley is seeking an experienced Quantitative Trader with a proven track record trading Equities, FX, and Futures to develop and optimize quantitative strategies. You will manage risk, analyze markets, and collaborate with researchers and developers to improve systems.

The role requires strong programming skills and a disciplined, data-driven approach, with on-site responsibilities at 1 WTC in New York. Mid-to-senior level candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience trading Equities, FX, and/or Futures in prop/hedge fund environments.
• Strong understanding of market microstructure, trading mechanics, and liquidity dynamics.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, R, MATLAB or similar languages with backtesting experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy quantitative trading strategies across Equities, FX, and Futures.
• Conduct market research and statistical analysis to identify opportunities and inefficiencies.
• Analyze large datasets and build predictive models to enhance trading performance.
• Monitor real-time market activity and adjust strategies as conditions evolve.
• Collaborate with researchers, developers and risk teams to improve systems and execution quality.
• Manage portfolio risk through position sizing, hedging and exposure management.
• Evaluate strategy performance and optimize models based on market dynamics.
• Maintain understanding of macro events, market structure and regulatory developments.
• Utilize algorithmic trading platforms and execution technologies to improve efficiency.
• Contribute to the firm's research culture by sharing insights.

Skills

Quantitative Research

Statistical Analysis

Algorithmic Trading

Risk Management

Portfolio Construction

Market Microstructure

Python/C++ Programming

Data Analysis & Modeling

Strategic Thinking

Decision Making Under Pressure

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Ph.D. in Quantitative fields

Tools

Python

C++

R

MATLAB

SQL

Backtesting Frameworks

Market Data Tools

Job description

Huxley is seeking an experienced Quantitative Trader with a proven track record trading Equities, FX, and Futures to develop and optimize quantitative strategies. You will manage risk, analyze markets, and collaborate with researchers and developers to improve systems.

The role requires strong programming skills and a disciplined, data-driven approach, with on-site responsibilities at 1 WTC in New York. Mid-to-senior level candidates are encouraged to apply.