Quantitative Trader

BHFT • New York, NY

51d • Remote

About The Position

Responsibilities:
Develop and execute trading strategies that involve identifying and capitalizing on market inefficiencies through algorithmic strategies;
Continuously monitor and optimize trading performance by implementing real-time adjustments to algorithm configurations based on the strategy;
Control and report risk, PnL, and other metrics;
Work closely with other teams to ensure smooth operations of the trading business;
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, counterparties, and market participants;
Provide regular updates on trading performance and market conditions to senior management.
Qualifications
Proven track record of success (5+ years) in one or more of the following markets: Chinese commodity futures, Chinese equities (with a strong preference for ETF experience), CME/ICE commodity futures, or Brazilian futures (DI);
Cross-border trading experience is a plus;
Extensive work experience in a financial institution with an active trading presence across these regions;
Experience running fully/semi-systematic trading strategies with holding periods ranging from minutes to a few hours (non-latency sensitive);
Proficiency in Python or C++;
A good reputation in the market and readiness to provide reference/verified statetments;
Understanding of market structure, regulations, and current opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success (5+ years) in one or more of the following markets: Chinese commodity futures, Chinese equities (with a strong preference for ETF experience), CME/ICE commodity futures, or Brazilian futures (DI)
• Extensive work experience in a financial institution with an active trading presence across these regions
• Experience running fully/semi-systematic trading strategies with holding periods ranging from minutes to a few hours (non-latency sensitive)
• Proficiency in Python or C++
• A good reputation in the market and readiness to provide reference/verified statetments
• Understanding of market structure, regulations, and current opportunities

Nice To Haves

• Cross-border trading experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute trading strategies that involve identifying and capitalizing on market inefficiencies through algorithmic strategies
• Continuously monitor and optimize trading performance by implementing real-time adjustments to algorithm configurations based on the strategy
• Control and report risk, PnL, and other metrics
• Work closely with other teams to ensure smooth operations of the trading business
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, counterparties, and market participants
• Provide regular updates on trading performance and market conditions to senior management

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees