About Quantbox Research
AI-driven trading for superior market performance
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in New York City with a focus on algorithmic trading
- Over 25 years of combined trading experience among founders
- Proprietary low-latency infrastructure for efficient trade execution
- Serves a diverse range of institutional clients globally
Quantbox Research specializes in algorithmic trading, utilizing advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize trading strategies in global financial markets. Founded by a team with over 25 years of combined trading experience, Quantbox leverages its proprietary low-latency infras...
🎁 Benefits
Quantbox offers competitive salaries, equity options, flexible PTO, and a remote work policy. Employees also benefit from a learning budget for profes...
🌟 Culture
Quantbox fosters a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and a strong focus on performance. The ...
Software Engineering • Junior
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Quantbox Research is hiring a Junior Software Developer to design and develop low-latency software for proprietary trading. You'll work with C++, Linux, and network programming in Amsterdam.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a recent graduate or student in computer science, mathematics, or a related field with a solid foundation in software development. Your coursework, research projects, or open-source contributions demonstrate your excellent software development knowledge. You have proficiency in C++ and a strong understanding of object-oriented design principles. Your grasp of data structures and algorithms is robust, allowing you to tackle complex problems effectively.
You have exposure to network programming, particularly TCP/IP, and are familiar with concurrent programming concepts, including multi-threaded applications. Your experience with Linux/Unix environments enhances your ability to develop and test software efficiently. You possess brilliant problem-solving abilities and a passion for new technologies and ideas, which drives your desire to innovate in the field.
Strong communication skills are essential for you, as you will collaborate with other software developers, quantitative traders, and researchers. You thrive in a team-oriented environment where everyone is approachable and willing to share knowledge. You are eager to learn and grow within a technology-driven proprietary trading firm.
Desirable
While not required, any additional experience with distributed systems or high-throughput applications would be a plus. Familiarity with risk management systems or real-time trade management concepts can also set you apart as a candidate.
What you'll do
In your role as a Junior Software Developer at Quantbox, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing proprietary software that includes low-latency high-throughput exchange connectivity layers. You will work on distributed computation optimized backtesting and simulation systems capable of handling terabytes of data. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of risk systems that facilitate real-time trade management and risk analysis.
Your day-to-day tasks will involve identifying complex problems and coming up with innovative solutions, advocating for their implementation within your team. You will collaborate closely with other software developers, quantitative traders, and researchers to ensure that the software you develop meets the high standards required in the trading environment. You will also participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of the software development process.
What we offer
Quantbox offers competitive compensation packages that are reviewed regularly to ensure they remain attractive. You will enjoy four weeks of paid vacation, medical insurance, and opportunities for international team outings. As an equal opportunities employer, Quantbox values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. You will be part of a dynamic team that is committed to innovation and excellence in proprietary trading technology.
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