Algo Traders & Quant Researchers - HFT Futures Market Making
Location: US-Based (Multiple Offices | Remote Considered)
Type: Full-Time | Proprietary Trading
I am partnered with a leading proprietary trading firm that is actively hiring algorithmic traders and quantitative researchers specializing in high-frequency trading (HFT) and market making across futures markets. My client is seeking individuals with proven expertise in trading and modeling commodities, agricultural futures, energy futures, treasury futures, and other derivatives.
This firm provides traders and researchers with deep liquidity, cutting-edge low-latency infrastructure, and direct access to global derivatives markets. They are looking for highly skilled professionals who can develop, optimize, and scale systematic trading strategies in a competitive, high-performance environment.
Who My Client is Looking For
HFT & Algo Traders
- Proven experience deploying high-frequency or market-making strategies in futures markets
- Deep understanding of market microstructure, order book dynamics, and execution optimization
- Strong programming skills in C++, Python, or Rust for developing and optimizing low-latency trading systems
- Expertise in trading commodities, agricultural futures, energy futures, treasury futures, or fixed-income derivatives
- Ability to manage risk-adjusted returns and execution slippage in fast-moving markets
Quantitative Researchers (QRs)
- Strong background in quantitative modeling, signal research, and alpha generation
- Expertise in statistical arbitrage, machine learning, or predictive analytics applied to futures markets
- Proficiency in Python, R, or C++ for research, backtesting, and production deployment
- Experience working with large datasets and market data infrastructure to develop scalable, automated trading models
Why Join This Firm?
- Access to Significant Firm Capital - Trade with institutional-level funding and deep liquidity
- Ultra-Low Latency Infrastructure - Cutting-edge execution technology optimized for HFT and market making
- Highly Competitive Compensation - Performance-based payout structure with uncapped earning potential
- Collaborative Research & Trading Environment - Work alongside elite quant traders, developers, and researchers
- Global Market Access - Direct trading access to major futures exchanges, including CME, ICE, Eurex, and more
