Algo Quant/Developer, Trading Research

Posted 10 Days Ago
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New York, NY
Mid level
Financial Services
The Role
The role involves researching and developing trading strategies for quantitative and discretionary traders, conducting quantitative research on market microstructure, and collaborating with teams to implement solutions for trading strategies.
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ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Research and develop in-house trading strategies, used by both discretionary and quantitative traders.
  • Conduct quantitative research on market microstructure, applying knowledge to improve trading algorithm and identify market anomalies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including portfolio managers and researchers, to design and implement solutions for the trading strategies.
  • Stay current and report on changes in market microstructure.

REQUIREMENTS


  • Master's degree or higher in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in trade execution development or research for cash equities or futures.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java or C++.
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards. 

Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry’s brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people’s long-term growth.

Top Skills

C++
Java
The Company
HQ: Stamford, CT
1,691 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here.

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