Algo Quant Developer - eTrading (VP/D)
Team: Equities eTrading
- Algorithm Development:
Design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies within the production platform, ensuring scalability and robustness. - Platform Engineering:
Build and enhance core components of the algo trading engine, including execution logic, smart order routing, and performance optimization. - Model Integration:
Collaborate with quantitative researchers to integrate predictive models, analytics, and optimization techniques into live trading systems. - Client Solutions:
Partner with product teams and trading desks to develop client-focused algorithmic solutions and customizations. - Performance Tuning:
Profile and optimize system performance for low latency and high throughput across global equity markets. - Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with technology teams to ensure seamless deployment and reliability of trading systems.
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related STEM field.
- 5+ years of experience in algorithmic trading development or similar roles.
- Strong programming skills in Java or C++ for production-grade systems.
- Experience with North American equity markets and market microstructure.
- Proven ability to design and implement trading algorithms in a live environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills for working with traders, researchers, and technologists.
- Ph.D. in a STEM discipline or equivalent research experience.
- 5+ years of experience in algo trading development.
- Proficiency in Python, AWS, and modern data processing technologies.
- Experience with q/kdb+ or similar time-series databases.
- Knowledge of global cash equity markets and microstructure.
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