2 hours ago
Base Salary
$175k - $250k/yr
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 predicting short-term price movements.
- Translate trading ideas into production-ready code in collaboration with quants, developers, and traders.
- Monitor and evaluate trading strategy performance and make real-time adjustments.
- Research new trading opportunities and market inefficiencies.
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and stay current with regulatory changes.
- Develop relationships with electronic trading venues and liquidity providers.
- Contribute to the firm's electronic trading infrastructure and technology stack.
Requirements
- A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field is desirable.
- Experience in electronic trading or a similar financial-markets role is desirable.
- Strong programming skills in C++, Java, or Python, preferably 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 is desirable.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with multiple asset classes such as Rates, equities, futures, options, or FX is desirable.
- Knowledge of market-making strategies, risk management, and financial regulations such as MiFID II and Reg NMS is desirable.
- Experience with distributed systems, cloud computing platforms, and KDB or another time-series database is desirable.
- Strong communication, stakeholder-management, delivery-ownership, and electronic-markets knowledge are expected.
Benefits
- Base pay is listed at $175,000-$210,000 per year for the Associate title and $200,000-$250,000 per year for the Vice President title.
- The total compensation package may include a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, discretionary awards, medical and financial benefits, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off including vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
- The role is part of a global team operating across London, New York, and Tokyo.
- U.S. hires are employed in an at-will position.
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.