Job Title:
Quantitative Developer

Company: Durlston Partners

Location: New York City, NY

Created: 2024-04-24

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Quant Developer - Proprietary Trading ~$600kBe one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration.An established proprietary trading firm, currently seeking an experienced quant developer to head a small front-office quant tech team. This role involves leading efforts in backtesting and productionizing research concepts, with a primary focus on trading futures strategiesThe ideal candidate will bring a background in software development, quant trading, and a proven track record in overseeing research-oriented engineering teams.Key Responsibilities:Work closely with Traders and Research teams to translate research concepts into resilient production systems, while continuously advancing trading performance at the desk level.Create and maintain analytical tools for research analysis, model assessment, and strategy formulation.Foster a culture of mentorship within the team, introducing fresh insights on tools and techniques that can elevate quality and inspire more effective solutions.Requirements:8+ years of Software Engineering experience, specializing in quantitative trading platforms.Thorough understanding of systematic strategies, financial markets, and trading technologies.Excellent proficiency in C++ and Python Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for fostering effective team collaboration and motivation.Demonstrated leadership skills, including a track record of managing research-focused engineering teams.For a successful application, be sure to highlight your Systematic Trading experience. Regrettably, candidates lacking this expertise will not be considered.