Strategy Developer - Quant Trading

Emaago; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Emaago is seeking a Strategy Developer to design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies across Futures. The role blends financial theory, mathematical modeling, and software engineering to transform research into profitable trading systems.

You will work at the intersection of quantitative research and software development, requiring strong programming skills and a deep understanding of statistics and market dynamics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience developing quantitative trading strategies
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages used for strategy development
• Deep understanding of statistical methods, time series analysis, and mathematical modeling
• Experience with market microstructure and order book dynamics

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies across Futures.
• Translate market insights and research hypotheses into profitable trading systems.
• Work at the intersection of financial theory, mathematical modeling, and software engineering.

Skills

Python

C++

Time series analysis

Statistical modeling

Education

Advanced degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, or related quantitative field

Job description

As a Strategy Developer on the quantitative trading team, you will design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies across Futures.

Working at the intersection of financial theory, mathematical modeling, and software engineering, you'll transform market insights and research hypotheses into profitable trading systems. This role requires a rare combination of quantitative skills, programming expertise, and market intuition.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, or related quantitative field
• 3+ years of experience developing quantitative trading strategies at a prop trading firm, hedge fund, or similar institution
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages used for strategy development
• Deep understanding of statistical methods, time series analysis, and mathematical modeling
• Experience with market microstructure and order book dynamics

What Sets You Apart

• Experience trading across multiple asset classes, particularly in digital assets/crypto
• Knowledge of machine learning techniques and their application to trading
• Familiarity with high-frequency and market-making strategies
• Experience with advanced optimization techniques for execution algorithms
• Understanding of risk management frameworks for trading strategies

The Team

They are a small group of elite quantitative developers who have a proven track record of exceeding the bar. They are driven by solving the seemingly unsolvable and aren't afraid to challenge conventional thinking in strategy development.

Members of our team get exposure to senior decision-makers, mentorship from industry-leading quants, and the opportunity to directly impact the firm's bottom line through their innovative trading ideas.