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GTS (Global Trading Systems)

Chicago / Global

Quantitative Trader/ Portfolio Manager - Futures & FX

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Quantitative Trader / Portfolio ManagerQuantitative Trader / Portfolio Manager will be responsible in designing, developing and managing profitable systematic trading strategies in Futures and Foreign Exchange (FX). The candidate is expected to perform its own trading strategy design and research. As such, the role requires high level development in C++ and Python. We expect the candidate to collaborate with the team's technology and trading experts for production implementation.The strategist will have the opportunity to deploy its trading strategy with limited infrastructure build time by leveraging an existing successful technology and research platform. The strategies would be both in the high and mid frequency space (Sharpe 2+).GTS is a collection of financial services companies spanning a wide array of asset classes and investment approaches, all powered by the combination of market expertise with innovative, proprietary technology. With roots as a quantitative trading firm continually building for the future, the GTS family of companies are able to leverage the latest in artificial intelligence systems and sophisticated pricing models to bring consistency, efficiency, and transparency to today's financial markets. GTS's electronic market maker GTS Securities accounts for 3-5% of daily cash equities volume in the U.S. and is a leading Designated Market Maker (DMM) at the New York Stock Exchange, responsible for nearly $13 trillion of market capitalization.ResponsibilitiesSuccessfully trade in the futures and FX space, both in the high and mid frequency space (Sharpe 2+).QualificationsA deployable profitable trading strategy in FX or futures marketsAsset Classes: OTC FX including EM and NDFs, Precious Metals, Global FuturesMinimum 2 years of experience as Systematic Trader with a verifiable 2+ year track record as a Portfolio Manager or Proprietary TraderExcellent Return on Capital (ROC)Programming skills in Python/C++Experience at a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund or bankB.S., M.S. or PhD in engineering, mathematics, physics, statistics, computer scienceWe're proud to employ some of the leading talent in the industry, and we work to ensure our employees enjoy a high quality-of-life.Please note: The use of AI tools during interviews is strictly prohibited, unless explicitly agreed upon.In accordance with New York City's Pay Transparency Law, the base salary range for this role is $125,000 to $225,000. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Benefits:Core Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with generous employer contribution for employees and dependents. 401k match.Perks: Daily Meal Allowance, Equinox Corporate Membership Rate, Snacks, Office Game Room, Casual Dress.Hybrid Work Policy: 4 Days a Week in office, Fridays can be worked from homeUnsolicited resumes:We do not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with GTS
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