My client is a global prop trading firm looking to grow their European team in Amsterdam. They employ the smartest minds to bring a scientific approach to trading strategies and are seeking a Quant Developer with exceptional C++ skills (and some Python) to help them continue to thrive.
You will draw on your low-latency, high frequency experience to identify areas for optimization & performance improvement, building components and new infrastructure for fresh trading strategies. Working closely with traders and developers you’ll optimize & evolve the current research pipeline, tuning the firm’s trading algorithms for nano-second performance.
Futures experience is very much preferred, but you are encouraged to apply if you have experience in cash equities, options or equities.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of commercial experience
- Bachelors/Masters/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or similar field
- Strong coding experience in C++ required, plus Python would be beneficial
- Experience at a HFT firm is required
- Excellent software architecture skills, including strategy optimization and profiling
- Futures experience preferred
Benefits:
- Top of the market compensation package + performance-based bonuses
- Fantastic work-life balance
- Benefits include: premium health, casual dress, fully stocked pantries, company socials, relaxation room and generous learning allowance
- Plenty of scope to grow and have an impact on the business