2 hours ago
London, United KingdomSenior
Responsibilities
- Design and develop algorithmic trading strategies using quantitative methods and statistical analysis.
- Implement and optimize execution algorithms to improve trading efficiency and reduce market impact.
- Analyze market microstructure and develop models for predicting short-term price movements.
- Collaborate with quants, developers, and traders to translate trading ideas into production-ready code.
- Monitor and evaluate trading strategy performance and make real-time adjustments as needed.
- Research new trading opportunities and market inefficiencies.
- Maintain relationships with electronic trading venues and liquidity providers.
- Contribute to the firm’s electronic trading infrastructure and technology stack.
- Stay current with regulatory changes and ensure compliance in trading activities.
Requirements
- Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
- Experience in electronic trading or a similar financial-markets role.
- Strong programming skills in C++, Java, or Python, including experience in low-latency environments.
- In-depth understanding of market microstructure, order types, and exchange connectivity.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and machine learning techniques.
- Experience with high-frequency trading and algorithmic execution strategies.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing market conditions and technologies, and uphold strong ethical standards.
- Preferred: experience with Rates, equities, futures, options, or FX; market-making and risk management strategies; MiFID II or Reg NMS; distributed systems and cloud computing platforms; and KDB or another time-series database.
Benefits
- Global team environment spanning London, New York, and Tokyo.
- Nomura is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety.
- Reasonable adjustments are available for applicants with disabilities or long-term health conditions.
- Overseas applicants requiring a UK Tier 2 Skilled Worker visa may be considered if the role can be evidenced as a genuine vacancy for a qualified role.
About Nomura
Nomura is a financial services group with an integrated global network. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its four business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Banking. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership.