Quantitative Trader, ETF Team - Fixed Income

About the role

The ETF trading group at GTS is seeking applications to join our Quantitative Trader covering the ETF Fixed Income Team. In this role the Quantitative Trader will work on existing strategies and 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 on projects across the quantitative trading space within the Fixed Income ETF Space. They will work closely with senior traders on strategies. They will gain insight into how the trading desk operates and how our traders evaluate trading opportunities. They will see their work directly impact the group’s activities and drive revenue. 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

• The ideal candidate will be a high achiever with a strong quantitative background, ideally with experience in Fixed Income Markets or Fixed Income ETFs.
• They should be very comfortable working in kdb/q or Python.
• You will have a lot of initiative, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and thrive in a competitive environment.
• You should have an interest in building and understanding of trading.

Qualifications

• 1+ years working as Quantitative Trader with Fixed Income or Fixed Income ETF products.
• B.S./M.S. from a leading university in a quantitative discipline such as math, physics, statistics, computer science, engineering, or economics with a GPA over 3.6/4.0.
• Deep understanding and ability in mathematics and statistics.
• Strong programming skills in kdb/q and/or Python.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with generous employer contribution for employees and dependents.
• 401k match.
• Perks: Daily Meal Allowance, Equinox Corporate Membership Rate, Snacks, Office Game Room, Casual Dress.

Pay

In accordance with New York City's Pay Transparency Law, the base salary range for this role is $150,000 to $225,000. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Schedule

Hybrid Work Policy: 4 Days a Week in office, Fridays can be worked from home.