Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
... algorithmic trading strategies based on deep knowledge of market microstructure, trading dynamics, and data-focused understanding of pricing, risk management, and order flow. An ideal candidate is ...
Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
... algorithmic trading strategies based on deep knowledge of market microstructure, trading dynamics, and data-focused understanding of pricing, risk management, and order flow. An ideal candidate is ...
Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Eagle Seven is seeking an experienced Algorithmic Trader to trade futures contract listed on Eurex ... mathematics, engineering, business/finance, or related field * 4-6 years' experience trading ...
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Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Eagle Seven is seeking an experienced Algorithmic Trader to trade futures contract listed on Eurex ... mathematics, engineering, business/finance, or related field * 4-6 years' experience trading ...
Eagle Seven is seeking an experienced Algorithmic Trader to trade futures contract listed on Eurex ... mathematics, engineering, business/finance, or related field * 4-6 years' experience trading ...
Eagle Seven is seeking an experienced Algorithmic Trader to trade futures contract listed on Eurex ... mathematics, engineering, business/finance, or related field * 4-6 years' experience trading ...
Site Reliability Engineer - Algorithmic Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$130K - $225K/yr
The Algorithmic Trading Team is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer for our Chicago office. The SRE team is critical to the success of our trading - ensuring that our production trading systems ...
Site Reliability Engineer - Algorithmic Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$130K - $225K/yr
The Algorithmic Trading Team is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer for our Chicago office. The SRE team is critical to the success of our trading - ensuring that our production trading systems ...
Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
... algorithmic ... trading strategies based on deep knowledge of market microstructure, trading dynamics, and data ...
Algorithmic Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
... algorithmic ... trading strategies based on deep knowledge of market microstructure, trading dynamics, and data ...
Our team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and support ... Chicago-based: Affordable cost of living, vibrant trading community Benefits: * Comprehensive ...
Our team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and support ... Chicago-based: Affordable cost of living, vibrant trading community Benefits: * Comprehensive ...
Site Reliability Engineer - Algorithmic Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$58.75 - $78/hr
The Site Reliability Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of production trading systems and enhancing automation to support trading, testing, and research environments.
Site Reliability Engineer - Algorithmic Trading
Chicago, IL · On-site
$58.75 - $78/hr
The Site Reliability Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of production trading systems and enhancing automation to support trading, testing, and research environments.
Head of Engineering, Algorithmic Trading Group
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K - $500K/yr
DRW is seeking a Head of Engineering for the Algorithmic Trading Group to lead the software and hardware engineering effort. The position oversees a collaborative technical team of approximately 30 ...
Head of Engineering, Algorithmic Trading Group
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K - $500K/yr
DRW is seeking a Head of Engineering for the Algorithmic Trading Group to lead the software and hardware engineering effort. The position oversees a collaborative technical team of approximately 30 ...
Evening Trader (5 pm - 12 am)
Chicago, IL · On-site
Our team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and support ... Build and refine algorithmic trading models from ideation through production deployment * Analyze ...
Evening Trader (5 pm - 12 am)
Chicago, IL · On-site
Our team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and support ... Build and refine algorithmic trading models from ideation through production deployment * Analyze ...
Junior Quantitative Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Their team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and ... algorithmic trading models from ideation through production deployment • Analyze market ...
Junior Quantitative Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Their team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and ... algorithmic trading models from ideation through production deployment • Analyze market ...
Head of Trading Operations, Algorithmic Trading Group
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $225K/yr
DRW is seeking a Head of Trading Operations for the Algorithmic Trading Group to lead the trading ... You will also partner with researchers and developers to refine operational protocols and lead UX/U ...
Head of Trading Operations, Algorithmic Trading Group
Chicago, IL · On-site
$175K - $225K/yr
DRW is seeking a Head of Trading Operations for the Algorithmic Trading Group to lead the trading ... You will also partner with researchers and developers to refine operational protocols and lead UX/U ...
Index Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Their team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and ... algorithmic trading models from ideation through production deployment • Analyze market ...
Index Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Their team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and ... algorithmic trading models from ideation through production deployment • Analyze market ...
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
Junior Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
Junior Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
A leading HFT / quantitative trading firm is seeking a senior engineering leader to help shape the future of one of its most successful algorithmic trading businesses. The group has been operating ...
A leading HFT / quantitative trading firm is seeking a senior engineering leader to help shape the future of one of its most successful algorithmic trading businesses. The group has been operating ...
... algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research. - Explore and work with industry leading hardware and software. - Work alongside industry experts in the fields of technology and finance ...
... algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research. - Explore and work with industry leading hardware and software. - Work alongside industry experts in the fields of technology and finance ...
Junior Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
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Junior Trader
Chicago, IL · On-site
Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives ... Bachelor's degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field * 0-2 ...
Software Developer (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
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Software Developer (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
Software Developer (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
Software Developer (Chicago)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
We are seeking a highly motivated, quick-learning developer for our algorithmic software ... Interest in algorithmic trading * Experience doing highly performant, low-level C++ work Benefits:
Home Based Algorithmic Trading Programmer information
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Job description
Career Description
Simplex is looking for analytical and creative individuals to join our trading team. Traders at Simplex work closely with our technology team to design and optimize algorithmic trading strategies based on deep knowledge of market microstructure, trading dynamics, and data-focused understanding of pricing, risk management, and order flow. An ideal candidate is collaborative, strongly self-motivated, and capable of detail-oriented troubleshooting, data analysis, and robust systems design.
What will you be doing?
- Design, troubleshoot, and optimize trading strategies and supporting pricing, risk management, and order execution modules
- Iteratively improve trading models and parameters through research and data-focused analysis
- Investigate new opportunities and avenues for firm market share growth or product expansion
Skills and Experience:
- At least one year professional experience in algorithmic trading, ideally equity or futures options
- A track record of solving challenging analytical problems and implementing robust solutions
- Firm understanding of statistics and probability, linear algebra, and calculus
- Proficiency with Python and/or R for research, data analysis, and statistical modeling
- Experience working with large datasets using relational databases, ideally SQL/MySQL
- Exposure to Linux/Unix beneficial
About Simplex Investments
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Industry
Finance and insurance
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Chicago, IL, US
Year founded
2004