Overview:
Join a leading Tier 1 algorithmic trading firm that leverages cutting-edge technology and quantitative finance expertise to design advanced high-frequency trading systems. We are seeking a highly experienced and successful quantitative trader to manage and enhance our proprietary trading strategies.
Responsibilities:
- Strategy Management: Design, enhance, and analyze high-frequency trading strategies.
- Performance Optimization: Implement and refine profitable trading strategies, ensuring optimal performance.
- Tool Development: Develop and maintain analytical tools to support quantitative trading.
- Data Analysis: Conduct thorough performance analysis and backtesting of trading strategies.
Requirements:
- Education: Graduate from IIT/IIM or equivalent top-tier institution.
- Experience: Minimum of 2+ years in quantitative trading at a Tier 1 algorithmic trading company.
- Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in implementing profitable trading strategies, including research, design, back-test, and execution.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in big data analytical tools such as R and Python.
Additional Skills (Nice-to-Haves):
- Experience with UNIX/Linux scripting.
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
- Familiarity with data tool sets like Bloomberg.
Ideal Candidate Traits:
- Integrity: Honest and professional with high ethical standards.
- Initiative: Proactive and continuous learner.
- Team Player: Collaborative with strong leadership skills.
- Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
- Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Perks and Benefits:
- Education Allowance: Access to exclusive algo-trading courses and knowledge-sharing sessions.
- Fitness and Wellness: Annual 'Cult Fit' memberships, stress management sessions, and comprehensive health checkups.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible leave policy with 5 weeks of paid vacation and generous leave options.