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Algo Developer Programmers are professionals who design, develop, and implement algorithms, primarily for use in automated trading systems within the finance industry. They use programming languages like Python, C++, or Java to create algorithms that can process large amounts of market data, identify trading opportunities, and execute trades at high speed. Their role often requires a strong background in mathematics, statistics, and computer science, as well as an understanding of financial markets. Algo Developer Programmers work closely with traders, quantitative analysts, and other IT professionals to optimize trading strategies and ensure system reliability.

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Algo Developer Programmers work closely with traders, quantitative analysts, and risk managers to design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies. Collaboration often involves regular meetings to understand trading objectives, gather feedback on algorithm performance, and adjust models based on market conditions. Effective communication and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for non-technical team members are key to success. This teamwork enables rapid iteration and ensures trading algorithms remain competitive and compliant with industry regulations.

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To thrive as an Algo Developer Programmer, you need a strong background in computer science, programming (especially in languages like C++, Python, or Java), and a solid understanding of mathematical concepts and algorithms. Familiarity with version control systems (like Git), algorithmic trading platforms, and sometimes certifications in finance or quantitative analysis are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail help set top candidates apart. These skills enable the development of robust, efficient, and profitable trading algorithms in a highly competitive and fast-paced environment.

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Algo Developer

Manhattan, NY • On-site

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Algo Developer (VP Level)

Location: New York, NY (4 days onsite)

Full Time

Main mission is to implement trading software solutions used by the Direct Market Services & Solutions trading desk in the Americas to trade stocks and futures through various algo trading strategies. The Algo Developer will have experience developing real-time systems capable of trading in fast markets with an emphasis of solid code that scales well. The environment is fast moving and it s critical that the candidate be able to quickly translate new ideas into solid implementations.

Primary tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Develop, ensure baseline, and support low latency trading systems and related tools.
  • Take full ownership of algorithmic systems from inception to delivery.
  • Work directly with traders to understand their needs and to implement their trading strategies.
  • Analyze performance of end-to-end systems
  • Communicate and liaise with support, infrastructure, and market access development teams to improve the trading systems.
  • Adapt existing tools, used in other regions, to the US electronic business
  • Understand key industry trends in algo development and market microstructure.
  • Collaborate with other members of algo development team globally
  • Improve the research infrastructure
  • Study new indicators and strategy (understand user needs, suggest solutions, etc)
  • The candidate will need to work very closely with various teams:
  • Liaise & interact with worldwide team members (developers working on the same platform in Paris/Asia)
  • Front Office in U.S. will provide the functional guidelines
  • In house IT market access teams (dev and support) in charge of the market connectivity

Technical skills:

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as front office algo developer, with strong knowledge of at least one of the following (the more the better)
  • Order management system / execution
  • Real time pricing
  • Real time market data
  • Strong technical skills in C# - real-time, parallelism / asynchronicity, high availability, efficient / performance sensitive code
  • Auto Hedge, systematic trading, market making
  • Exchange connectivity
  • 2-3 years minimum financial market exposure.
  • Fixed income a plus
  • Strong object-oriented programming skills and design patterns
  • Experience developing in Python a plus
  • Experience with performance testing and profiling a plus
  • Understanding of distributed design concepts including computer architecture and network architecture
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies, and continuous delivery
  • Memory/CPU profiling and multithreaded debugging experience.
  • Experience on trading algorithm/strategies a plus
  • Strong communication skills

Required Competencies:

  • Excellent programming skills
  • Adaptive mindset being able to switch gears quickly
  • Ability to self-organize work
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to function in a high-pressure environment and to meet stringent deadlines for completing tasks

Education:

B.S degree in computer science, engineering, math, physics, or similar

Masters degree or equivalent work experience would be a plus

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