Systemic Trader, VP

Citigroup Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Global Markets Inc. in New York seeks a Systemic Trader, VP to trade bonds and ETF baskets using Citi bond algorithm, aiming to maximize market share and revenue; you will identify arbitrage opportunities and optimize client trades while controlling costs.

You will collaborate with quantitative analysts to improve trading algorithms, perform self-driven research on revenue opportunities, and mentor junior analysts within a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Operations Research and Information Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field plus 3 years of experience in trading/quant analysis for ETF/bond trading.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of progressive experience in similar roles accepted.
• Proficiency in Python programming; KDB programming for data analysis; expertise in trading algorithms for automatic-trading and market regime adaptation.

Responsibilities

• Trade bonds and ETFs using Citi bond algorithm to maximize market share and revenue.
• Identify arbitrage opportunities in corporate bond ETFs based on liquidity and prices.
• Structure and optimize trades for clients to minimize costs and meet objectives.
• Provide market information to ETF providers and manage ETF liquidity via creation/redemption trades.
• Collaborate with quantitative analysts to improve the trading algorithm and give feedback on changes.
• Perform self-driven research to identify new revenue opportunities and guide junior analysts.

Skills

Python programming

KDB programming

Trading algorithms expertise

P&L attribution math

ETF Fair-Value computation

ETF/Portfolio optimization

Corporate-bonds trading

Quantitative analysis

Education

Master's degree in Operations Research / Information Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in stated fields with 5 years of progressive experience

Tools

KDB+

Algorithmic trading platforms

Job description

## Systemic Trader, VPApply: Hybrid: New York New York United States: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 23, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): 26974084Citigroup Global Markets Inc. seeks a Systemic Trader, VP for its New York, New York location.Duties: Trade bonds and exchange-traded funds (ETF) using the Citi bond algorithm with a goal to maximize market share and revenue. Find and trade on arbitrage opportunities in corporate bond ETFs based on liquidity and bond prices. Enable clients by optimizing and executing bond portfolio lists which minimize transaction costs and achieve specific objectives. Work with clients to understand their needs and structure trades which best suit their objectives. Provide relevant market information to ETF providers and help them manage the liquidity of their ETFs by doing creation/redemption trades. Work with quantitative analysts to improve the bond trading algorithm by giving quick feedback to new changes and market regimes. Perform self-driven research to identify new revenue opportunities based on market intuition and inefficiencies. Work with junior analysts to distribute tasks and projects to best utilize the desk resources. A telecommuting/hybrid work schedule may be permitted within a commutable distance from the worksite, in accordance with Citi policies and protocols.Requirements: Requires a Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Operations Research and Information Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 3 years of experience as a Trader, Quantitative Analysis Program Analyst, Trading Analyst, or related position involving computer programming and data analysis for ETF and bond trading at a global financial services institution. Alternatively, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in the stated fields and 5 years of the specified progressive, post-baccalaureate experience. Full span of experience must include: Python programming; KDB programming for data analysis; Expertise in trading algorithms for automatic-trading machine monitoring and to identify weaknesses and propose improvements; Mathematical evaluation of P&L attribution, ETF Fair-Value computation, and ETF/Portfolio baskets optimization; Corporate-bonds trading with focus on timely moving risk from books at profitable levels; and ETF creation and redemption. Applicants submit resumes at https://jobs.citi.com/. Please reference Job ID #26974084. EO Employer.Wage Range: $233,813 to $233,813