2 months 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 Tokyo‑headquartered, publicly traded financial services group providing wealth and investment management, wholesale (global markets and investment banking), and banking to individuals, institutions, corporates, and governments. Founded in 1925, it operates in about 30 countries and is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and the NYSE. Subsidiaries such as Instinet offer agency brokerage and electronic trading, serving clients in over 60 markets.