Quantitative Trader – Overnight Session / Asia Trading, ETF Team

GTS’s ETF trading group is looking for a Quantitative Trader to focus on overnight and Asian trading strategies. The role offers the opportunity to design, build, and manage profitable trading strategies as part of a multi-disciplinary team, with direct impact on revenue and strategy scale. Successful candidates will work closely with senior traders, gaining deep insight into trading desk operations and decision-making. The ideal candidate will quickly take a central role in overnight trading strategies.

About the role

• Schedule: Approximately 7pm ET to 5am ET, including some US holidays when international markets are open.
• Initial training (minimum 1 month) at GTS headquarters in NYC, with accommodation and living expenses covered for candidates outside New York.
• Primarily remote after training, with occasional in-office visits to NYC as needed.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior traders to develop and manage quantitative trading strategies.
• Analyze and optimize trading opportunities to directly impact revenue and strategy scale.
• Apply strong quantitative and problem-solving skills to improve trading performance.
• Work in a fast-paced, competitive environment with a high degree of initiative.

Requirements

• B.S./M.S. from a leading university in a quantitative discipline (e.g., math, physics, statistics, computer science, or engineering) with a GPA over 3.6/4.0.
• Deep understanding of mathematics and statistics.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts simply.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated interest in strategic and competitive games.
• Willingness and ability to work Asian market hours (7pm ET to 5am ET).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with generous employer contributions for employees and dependents.
• 401k match.

Pay

Base salary range: $150,000 to $225,000 (excludes additional compensation or benefits).