Trader

Job Title:Trader

Job Code:9019

Skill Category:Global Markets

Division Overview:

• Global Markets Division

  : Based in Mumbai, the front-office team which works on a team extension model delivers pricing, modelling, and risk management expertise to the Global Markets business.
• Founded as a centre of excellence, the group leads the way in price discovery and portfolio optimization techniques and is integral to the business's aggressive revenue targets.
• The team is playing an integral role in structuring, pricing, risk management, and new idea generation.

Business Overview:

• We are seeking a highly motivated Junior Quant Researcher to join our dynamic and innovative quantitative trading team, focusing on Pan-Asia systematic equity long/short strategies.
• As a Junior Quant Researcher, you'll play an active role in developing and implementing trading strategies while utilizing your strong programming skills.
• The role provides an excellent opportunity to:
• Work closely with seasoned senior quant traders, benefitting from their guidance and mentorship as you create and optimize real trading strategies.
• Work in an entrepreneurial environment that values new ideas, innovation, and, most of all, ownership of problems and solutions.

Position Specifications:

• Experience

  : 0 - 2 years (Previous internship or work experience in quantitative trading or algorithmic trading is a plus)

• Qualification

  : Bachelors or Masters degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related disciplines from Tier 1 institutes.

Role Responsibilities:

• Develop a high-frequency intraday database for signal extraction.
• Design and build an efficient data processing pipeline for feature generation and strategy simulation.
• Analyse the performance of trading strategies, offering input for ongoing refinement and improvement.
• Collaborate with team members, sharing insights, and contributing to a culture of innovation and excellence.

Mind Set:

• A strong desire for efficient coding is a must.

Key Skills:

• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and R.
• Proficiency in a Linux environment.
• Familiarity with databases like SQL and KDB.
• Strong knowledge of data structures and object-oriented design principles.
• Passion for financial markets and a strong desire to learn and grow in a dynamic trading environment.

Personal Qualities:

• Passion for Quantitative Trading.
• Resilience.
• Strong intellectual curiosity and fast learner.
• Hard working and strong work ethics.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural team.