Weekend Trader — Algorithmic Markets & Risk

Virtu Financial; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtu Financial is looking for a Weekend Trader to manage trading operations and strategies during weekends. This role involves supervising strategy performance, managing market risks, and collaborating with engineers to enhance trading algorithms. The ideal candidate should have a quantitative degree, programming experience, and the capability to work atypical hours, including weekends. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading market maker and be part of a fast-growing team in Austin, Texas.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience at a financial institution.
• Ability to oversee trading during atypical hours with strong self-discipline.
• Outstanding quantitative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and optimize strategy performance.
• Manage market and credit risk intraday.
• Coordinate with a global trading team.

Skills

Programming (Python, SQL, Java, C++)

Quantitative problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Job description

Virtu Financial is looking for a Weekend Trader to manage trading operations and strategies during weekends. This role involves supervising strategy performance, managing market risks, and collaborating with engineers to enhance trading algorithms. The ideal candidate should have a quantitative degree, programming experience, and the capability to work atypical hours, including weekends. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading market maker and be part of a fast-growing team in Austin, Texas.