What are the responsibilities and job description for the HFT Quant Researcher / Trader (New York, Miami, Chicago or London) position at J K Barnes?
One of the world's most prestigious hedge funds is looking for a Quant Researcher to join one of their Futures / Derivatives trading pods.
This is a brand-new, high-impact role. You'll join a small PM team of 10 that enjoys huge autonomy and is looking to grow its risk-taking capabilities. You'll work closely with the Portfolio Manager, drawing on your HFT Futures markets experience and expertise in systematic relative value strategies to understand and model market behaviour in the short-term trading horizons (seconds, minutes to hours).
If you are looking for a team with a contractual PNL split and be part of an entrepreneurial and supportive environment, then this role is for you!
Skills and Experience Required
- 2-6 years' quant research or risk-taking experience
- Deep understanding of Python and its ecosystem
- Generating at least $5 million per year in profit on the developed strategies
- Knowledge of futures (commodities, rates, indices) markets is essential
- Technical background (Maths/ Comp Sci/Engineering)
Salary : $5 - $250,000