Partnered with a leading proprietary trading firm specializing in high-frequency trading (HFT) and market making strategies across futures markets. Our state-of-the-art, low-latency trading platform is designed to stay ahead of the curve in the fast-paced trading environment. They are seeking experienced and innovative Quantitative Researchers and Traders to join our dynamic team.
**Role Overview:**
As a Quantitative Researcher or Trader, you will have the opportunity to develop and optimize cutting-edge HFT futures strategies on our in-house platform. This role is ideal for individuals who have a strong background in quantitative analysis and trading, and who possess their own intellectual property (IP) for independent trading.
**Key Responsibilities:**
*Develop and Optimize Strategies:*
- Design, develop, and optimize high-frequency trading strategies specifically for futures markets.
- Utilize quantitative analysis and statistical modeling to enhance trading performance.
*Strategy Integration and Execution:*
- Implement and test strategies on our low-latency trading platform.
- Analyze performance metrics and refine strategies based on market feedback and performance data.
*Collaboration and Innovation:*
- Collaborate with our technology and trading teams to integrate and deploy new strategies.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in quantitative trading and HFT methodologies.
*Independent Trading (For Quantitative Traders):*
- Bring and deploy your own proprietary HFT futures market-making strategies.
- Manage and execute trades independently, leveraging your own IP on our platform.
**Qualifications:**
*For Quantitative Researchers:*
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in developing and optimizing HFT futures strategies.
- Experience in a buy-side trading environment or proprietary market-making desk is preferred.
- Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
- Advanced knowledge of statistical methods, quantitative analysis, and financial markets.
*For Quantitative Traders:*
- Proven track record with existing IP in HFT futures market-making strategies.
- Demonstrated experience in independent trading and strategy implementation.
- Proficiency in trading platforms, risk management, and performance analysis.
**Desired Skills:**
- Expertise in algorithmic trading, market microstructure, and high-frequency trading environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure trading environment.
**Why Join?**
- Opportunity to work with a leading firm in the prop trading industry with cutting-edge technology.
- Access to a sophisticated, low-latency trading platform.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
