Senior Quantitative Systematic Trader - Impact & Innovation

Trading Interview; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna is seeking a quantitative systematic trader who blends trading, research and technology. You will explore market data, apply math and programming to generate signals, backtest ideas, and evaluate performance.

Collaborate with researchers, strategists and traders in a fast-paced, non-hierarchical environment. A strong mathematical background, coding skills (Python, C++) and curiosity about markets are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to explain complex ideas.
• Experience processing and analyzing large data sets with Python.
• C++ or other low-level languages a plus.
• Interest in strategic games or competitive activities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior finance industry experience not required but passion for financial problems with real-time impact is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop trading signals from market data using mathematical and statistical methods.
• Back-test trading ideas and analyze performance to refine strategies.
• Collaborate with quant researchers, strategists, and traders to brainstorm new ideas.

Skills

Analytical

Python

C++

Communication

Finance interest

Fast-paced

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Susquehanna is seeking a quantitative systematic trader who blends trading, research and technology. You will explore market data, apply math and programming to generate signals, backtest ideas, and evaluate performance.

Collaborate with researchers, strategists and traders in a fast-paced, non-hierarchical environment. A strong mathematical background, coding skills (Python, C++) and curiosity about markets are essential for success.