Index Quant Trader/Researcher - NYC
A top performing global hedge fund is looking to expand their NYC based team by adding an experienced quant trader or quant researcher within the index rebalancing space. You will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the team by researching, developing and executing quantitative trading strategies based on index rebalancing events.
The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in an index rebalance focused trading environment. Preference for candidates coming from competing hedge funds, prop trading firms or program trading desks.
Job responsibilities include:
- Research, development and implementation of predictive models for index rebalancing events through the analysis of historical data and the construction of algorithmic forecasts.
- Design and management of systematic trading signals and strategies for the exploitation of alpha from index rebalancing events and responsible risk management.
- Research and improve algo trading systems for the execution of trading strategies, optimized to minimize market impact and slippage.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the research and trading teams for strategy research, trading analytics and overall strategy management.
Job requirements include:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, etc.) - advanced degrees preferred.
- 3+ years of experience on index rebalance strategies in a research or trading seat, and strong understanding of the associated data analytics, models and algorithmic trading techniques.
- Proficiency in Python, C++ and/or SQL.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment and lead research initiatives to identify trading opportunities.
