
About Virtu Financial
Transforming trading with advanced financial technology
Key Highlights
- Founded in 2008, headquartered in New York City
- Operates on 235 financial exchanges across 35 countries
- Significant market share in multiple asset classes
- Serves institutional investors and broker-dealers globally
Virtu Financial is a leading financial technology firm based in New York City, specializing in proprietary trading and client services across 235 financial exchanges in over 35 countries. Founded in 2008, Virtu has established a significant market share in various asset classes, leveraging advanced ...
🎁 Benefits
Virtu Financial offers competitive salaries, equity options, and a generous PTO policy. Employees enjoy a flexible remote work policy, comprehensive h...
🌟 Culture
Virtu Financial fosters a unique culture that blends the agility of a startup with the rigor of a financial services firm. The company emphasizes data...
Overview
Virtu Financial is hiring a Quantitative Trader to design and improve high-performance algorithmic trading strategies. You'll work closely with software engineers and leverage your quantitative problem-solving skills. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong academic background in hard sciences.
Job Description
Who you are
You have an excellent academic background, ideally in hard sciences such as computer science, math, physics, or statistics. Your outstanding quantitative problem-solving skills enable you to tackle complex challenges in algorithmic trading. You are eager to learn and adapt, ready to dive into the intricacies of trade flow processes and market microstructure.
You possess a strong analytical mindset and are comfortable working with data. Your ability to collaborate with software engineers will enhance the development of trading strategies, making you a key player in the firm's success. You are motivated to kick start your career in the financial technology space and are open to mentorship and training opportunities.
What you'll do
As a Quantitative Trader at Virtu Financial, you will be responsible for the design, operation, and improvement of high-performance algorithmic trading strategies. You will undergo an intensive mentorship and training program in trade floor operations, learning the intricacies of each step of the trade flow process. Eventually, you will integrate into strategy deployment and operation, contributing to the firm's competitive edge in the market.
You will collaborate closely with software engineers to enhance and further develop the firm's trading strategies. Your role will involve analyzing market data, optimizing trading algorithms, and ensuring the efficient execution of trades across various electronic trading venues. You will also play a crucial role in understanding the driving forces behind liquidity and market efficiency, contributing to the evolution of market microstructure.
What we offer
At Virtu Financial, you will be part of a leading financial firm that leverages cutting-edge technology to deliver liquidity to global markets. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and transparency. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming you for who you are. This role provides a great opportunity to kick start your career in the financial technology space, with ample room for growth and development.
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