Research Engineer (FICCO)

About the role

Join DRW, a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience in sophisticated technology and exceptional people. We operate globally, focusing on Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities, Energy, and emerging strategies like real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets. Our culture values autonomy, quick pivoting, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Work with researchers to implement research studies, simulate trading strategies, and develop algorithms for financial markets.
• Design trading strategy simulation software optimized for distributed computation.
• Create software for large-scale data acquisition, storage, accessibility, and visualization.
• Develop user interfaces for data exploration and post-trade analysis.
• Accelerate the research lifecycle from strategy prototype to production deployment.
• Evaluate new technology and improve our technology stack.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Excellent software development skills in modern C++ and Python.
• A strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
• A strong understanding of quantitative finance mathematics.
• A solid foundation in programming with clear communication and coding abilities.
• A solid understanding of computer systems at various levels of abstraction (hardware, OS, memory, network).
• Skills in multi-threaded applications.
• A demonstrated ability to produce algorithmic code in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Quantitative mindset with a passion for technology and finance.
• Experience with quantitative finance models and algorithms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits

Annual base salary range: $175,000 to $225,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and skill set. Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Group medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match.
• Short and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $225,000, depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Skills

• C++
• Python
• Object-oriented design
• Data structures and algorithms
• Quantitative finance mathematics
• Programming skills
• Computer systems at various levels of abstraction
• Multi-threaded applications
• Algorithmic code production

Benefits

• Group medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• Short and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Contact

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