DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.
Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.
We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.
As a Junior Quantitative Trader on our news trading team, you will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of trade-able quantitative strategies. You will be integral in the interaction between various research and trading teams and you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
What you’ll be do:
- Developing and executing trade strategies with a focus on macroeconomic data
- Conducting in depth research on macroeconomic, central bank, and market auctions
- Monitoring fundamental, geopolitical, and macroeconomic news and its impact across financial markets and how it relates to the team’s trading strategies
- Researching and analyzing trends across major market sectors
- Collaborating with various departments on the development, and implementation of trade strategies
- Maintaining various custom technologies and systems
Qualifications / Skills:
- Have a strong interest in learning about world economies and global markets
- Have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, finance, political science or law
- Are able to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to work under pressure
- Have excellent written and communication skills in English
- Enjoy detail oriented work
- Able to operate within the rules defined by the team
- Able to handle a highly variable work schedule
- No more than 2-3yrs experience
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Pay is considered strong in trading, quant, and engineering roles, with a cash‑heavy structure and performance‑based bonuses that tie rewards to results. This structure offers immediate upside without relying on equity.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and short‑ and long‑term disability, alongside HSA/FSA options. These core protections are consistently highlighted in job materials.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Daily catered breakfast and lunch, snacks, yoga/meditation, gym subsidy, massages, game rooms, and social events are prominently offered. On‑site amenities and wellness programs are a notable part of the package.
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What We Do
A diversified trading firm that utilizes our own capital and trades at our own risk. We bring sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to solve complex problems in markets around the world and across many asset classes. We are motivated to compete at the highest level and commit to operate with respect, curiosity and an open mind.
Why Work With Us
The DRW approach is simple: tenure, experience and titles don’t matter as much as ideas, execution and results. We believe in creating opportunity to take on more complex problems, more interesting projects and more specialized skills. It’s a results-driven environment where friendships grow and respect is the norm.
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