Research Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in research engineering, ideally with experience in quantitative analysis and trading systems. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with traders and researchers to develop and refine alpha signals. Your analytical mindset allows you to tackle complex problems effectively, ensuring that the solutions you implement are both innovative and practical.

You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where quick pivots are necessary to capture opportunities. Your ability to maintain a nimble and maintainable codebase is crucial in this role, as you will be involved in deploying and evaluating trading tools.

What you'll do

As a Research Engineer at DRW, you will collaborate with traders and quantitative researchers to implement and refine alpha signals. You will evaluate and maintain trading tools, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected in a trading environment. Your role will involve improving the research pipeline, making it more efficient and effective in delivering insights.

You will be responsible for ensuring that the codebases remain nimble, maintainable, and extensible, allowing for quick adaptations to changing market conditions. Your work will directly impact the success of trading strategies, as you will be solving high-impact, complex problems that require both technical expertise and innovative thinking.

What we offer

DRW offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive and grow your skills. You will be part of a team that values autonomy and encourages innovative thinking. The company provides competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance and flexible spending accounts. You will have the opportunity to work with exceptional people and sophisticated technology in a firm that has a strong reputation in the trading industry.