Junior Algorithmic Trader
TransMarket Group2 months ago
Responsibilities
- Assist Senior Algorithmic Traders in all facets of automated trading.
- Develop expertise in market microstructure and automated trading systems.
- Learn and master object-oriented programming languages like C++ and Python.
- Build and maintain trading quantitative model tools and analytics.
- Develop, code, maintain, and support production quality automated trading software and strategies.
- Perform post-trade analyses and develop prediction models to improve strategies.
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in a technical field with a graduation date between December 2026 and Spring 2027 or 1-2 years of relevant industry experience.
- Required courses include Data structures, Probability, Statistics, and Linear Algebra.
- Minimum major GPA of 3.5/4 or equivalent scale.
- Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages, preferably C++, Python, and/or Java.
- Experience in Linux scripting is a plus.
- Demonstrated passion for markets, finance, and trading through personal trading or relevant activities.
- Project or internship experience in data analysis, quantitative modeling, or machine learning.
- Strong understanding of computing, math, probability, statistics, and finance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work within a team in a fast-paced environment.
- This position requires physical presence and is onsite in Chicago, IL.
Benefits
- Generous profit sharing program allowing employees to participate in the company's growth.
- World-class benefits for full-time employees and their families.
About TransMarket Group
TransMarket Group is a privately held proprietary trading firm that uses technology-driven strategies to trade derivatives, fixed income, energy, and interest-rate products in global markets. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Chicago, it also maintains offices in Puerto Rico and Switzerland. The firm trades its own capital and builds electronic and quantitative systems to identify opportunities and manage risk.