Quantitative Trader

About the role

The ETF trading group at GTS is seeking applications to join our Quantitative Trader program. The ultimate goal of the program is to turn you into a trader capable of designing, building and managing profitable trading strategies as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidates will work closely with senior traders on projects across the quantitative trading space. They will see their work directly impact the group's activities and drive revenue. The role will offer deep insight into how the trading desk operates and how our traders evaluate trading opportunities. There is opportunity for the right candidate to get involved in trading decisions very quickly.

GTS is a collection of financial services companies spanning a wide array of asset classes and investment approaches, all powered by the combination of market expertise with innovative, proprietary technology. With roots as a quantitative trading firm continually building for the future, the GTS family of companies are able to leverage the latest in artificial intelligence systems and sophisticated pricing models to bring consistency, efficiency, and transparency to today's financial markets. GTS's electronic market maker GTS Securities accounts for 3-5% of daily cash equities volume in the U.S. and is a leading Designated Market Maker (DMM) at the New York Stock Exchange, responsible for nearly $13 trillion of market capitalization.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior traders on projects across the quantitative trading space
• See work directly impact the group's activities and drive revenue
• Get involved in trading decisions quickly for the right candidate

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S. from a leading university in a quantitative discipline such as math, physics, statistics, computer science, or engineering with a GPA over 3.6/4.0
• Both graduates and candidates with experience may apply
• Deep understanding and ability in mathematics and statistics
• Strong programming skills in Python
• Excellent communication skills: the ability to express complex concepts in simple terms
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated interest in strategic and competitive games

Skills

• Extremely proficient in Python
• Strong quantitative background
• High achiever with initiative and exceptional problem-solving abilities
• Thrives in a competitive environment
• Interest in building understanding of trading (finance background not strictly necessary)

Pay

Base salary range: $150,000 to $225,000. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with generous employer contribution for employees and dependents
• 401k match
• Daily Meal Allowance
• Equinox Corporate Membership Rate
• Snacks
• Office Game Room
• Casual Dress
• Hybrid Work Policy: 4 Days a Week in office, Fridays can be worked from home