About Squarepoint Capital
Data-driven investment management for superior returns
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in London, UK with a global presence
- Over 300 employees specializing in quantitative strategies
- Focus on institutional clients with a diverse portfolio
- Strong emphasis on risk management and technology
Squarepoint Capital is a prominent investment management firm headquartered in London, specializing in quantitative trading and investment strategies. With a team of over 300 professionals, Squarepoint leverages advanced technology and data analytics to manage a diverse portfolio for institutional c...
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Quantitative Analyst
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Squarepoint Capital is hiring a Quant Developer (C++) to develop and maintain high-performance trading systems. You'll collaborate with quant researchers and traders, utilizing advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities. This role requires strong programming skills in C++.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in quantitative analysis and programming, particularly in C++. You thrive in collaborative environments and are comfortable working alongside quant researchers and traders to implement trading strategies and research projects. Your attention to detail and experience with defensive programming enable you to develop robust trading systems that perform under pressure.
You possess excellent communication skills, allowing you to drive cross-team initiatives effectively. You are enthusiastic about working on cutting-edge technology and have a strong work ethic that drives you to push through complex initiatives. Your ability to balance rapid tactical delivery with long-term strategic work is a key asset in this role.
What you'll do
As a Quant Developer, you will develop and maintain critical high-performance trading and signals logics, as well as the supporting infrastructure. You will collaborate closely with quant researchers and traders, assisting in the implementation of trading strategies and research projects. Your role will involve driving cross-team initiatives and daily interactions with various stakeholders, ensuring that the technology aligns with the overall strategy of Squarepoint Capital.
You will help research and implement strategies and signals logics, backtesting and simulation, libraries, and processing frameworks. Additionally, you will develop tooling to analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities and monitor the impact of changes over time. Your contributions will be vital in enhancing the understanding of market operations and structures, which will inform your software design and development decisions.
What we offer
Squarepoint Capital offers a dynamic work environment where you can engage with the latest technologies and methodologies in quantitative finance. You will have the opportunity to work on complex and impactful projects that drive the firm's trading strategies. The role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and benefits such as health, dental, and wellness plans, as well as 401(k) contributions. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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