505 North State Street, Chicago, USA

Careers

We are looking for quantitative researchers to develop and oversee the execution of purely quantitative trading strategies in the equity and derivatives markets.
The role will involve significant amounts of research accompanied by rigorous testing of models, while also keeping an eye on the firm’s current strategies and their performance.
Candidates are expected to have a research like mindset and collaborative attitude to be able to try out new ideas and build on existing ones.

Responsibilities:

  • Research and development of trading strategies via analysis of market data
  • Research of potential “alpha signals”
  • Research and development of various Machine Learning models
  • Analysis of datasets to generate descriptive statistics and propose potential applicationsof the same
  • Developing new applications to assist traders in efficiently operating and monitoringtrading strategies
  • Working closely with quantitative traders in Bangalore to develop analytics, analyzemarket data sets, and troubleshoot trading issues
  • Writing highly latency-sensitive and scalable code that will process large amounts ofdata
  • Developing systems for analyzing and visualizing huge datasets
  • Research on new technologies for improved data management and efficient retrieval

Required Skills:

  • Excellent knowledge of C++ and python
  • Strong in mathematics and should be interested in applied mathematical fields likeMachine Learning, Statistical Methods, filtering, signal processing
  • Excellent analytical skills and very good attention to detail
  • Good understanding of Object Oriented Programming concepts and C++
  • Basic knowledge of financial derivatives is a plus
  • Experience with working on linux platform
  • Knowledge of shell scripting is plus
  • Good communication skills and interpersonal skills.
  • Self motivated with an ability to work on assignments with minimal supervision
  • Experience with open source visualization tools is a plus

Qualification:

  • B.Tech or Dual Degree in Computer Science or similar from IIT or similar colleges
  • AIR below 500
  • CGPA above 8.5

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary with high performing bonuses
  • Five weeks paid vacation
  • International company offsite
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Friendly and motivating work environment
  • Month end parties
  • Gym membership

We are looking for an experienced Trader who has the ability to develop and deploy completely automated systematic strategies with short holding periods and high return on capital(ROC). We provide the best ultra low latency infrastructure in the industry to test and deploy strategies along with a top-class simulation framework to test strategies extensively before they are taken live. Typical strategies include market making, aggressive and signal based strategies primarily in equity, currency, and derivatives markets (futures and options).

What we expect:

  • Rigorous experience with (Ultra) High Frequency trading
  • Proven PnL record with good sharpe ratios.
  • At least one year of live trading experience
  • Proficiency in C++ for development
  • Good knowledge of Python/R or similar languages for post trade analysis and general market data research
  • Experience in Indian Trading Markets

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary with high performing bonuses (including lucrative profit sharing models)
  • Five weeks paid vacation
  • International company offsite
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Friendly and motivating work environment
  • Month end parties
  • Gym membership

We are looking for experienced Algorithmic Traders / Portfolio Managers with extensive experience in mid frequency trading with in-depth knowledge of systematic algorithmic trading market.

What we expect:

  • Extensive experience in mid frequency style of trading (intra-day or a few days holding periods)
  • Proven track record of strategy performance
  • Develop systematic algorithmic strategies across market
  • Manage own investment portfolio
  • Analytical mindset
  • Proficiency in C++ for development
  • Proficiency in python for post-trade analytics and market data research

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary with high performing bonuses
  • Five weeks paid vacation
  • International company offsite
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Friendly and motivating work environment
  • Month end parties
  • Gym membership

Responsibilities:

  • Augmenting, improving, and designing the complex trading system
  • Developing new applications to assist traders in efficiently operating and monitoringtrading strategies
  • Working closely with quantitative traders in Bangalore to develop analytics, analyzemarket data sets, and troubleshoot trading issues
  • Writing highly speed-sensitive and scalable code that will process large amounts of data

Qualifications:

  • B.Tech (or higher) degree from IITs or other premier colleges
  • A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming,preferably in C++ or C. – Strong working knowledge of Linux
  • Knowledge with Python / Shell
  • The ability to notice, analyze, and resolve problems quickly and effectively
  • The capacity to multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
  • Good Communication skills
  • Interest in trading and the financial markets is a plus

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary with high performing bonuses
  • Five weeks paid vacation
  • International company offsite
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Friendly and motivating work environment
  • Month end parties
  • Gym membership

Responsibilities:

  • Augmenting, improving, and designing the complex trading system
  • Developing new applications to assist traders in efficiently operating and monitoringtrading strategies
  • Working closely with quantitative traders in Bangalore to develop analytics, analyzemarket data sets, and troubleshoot trading issues
  • Writing highly speed-sensitive and scalable code that will process large amounts of data

Qualifications:

  • B.Tech (or higher) degree from IITs or other premier colleges
  • At least one year of work experience in a core programming role at a top tier technologyfirm, investment bank, or technology-focused startup.
  • A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming,preferably in C++ or C.
  • Strong working knowledge of Linux
  • Extensive experience with Python and Shell
  • The ability to notice, analyze, and resolve problems quickly and effectively
  • The capacity to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
  • An interest in trading and the financial markets (a plus)

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary with high performing bonuses
  • Five weeks paid vacation
  • International company offsite
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Friendly and motivating work environment
  • Month end parties
  • Gym membership