Quantitative Developer - Trading Technology at Acquire Me Quantitative Developer - Trading Technology at Acquire Me in Wood Dale, Illinois Posted in 1 day ago.

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full-time Quantitative Developer Our client is a small but highly successful quantitative driven hedge fund. The business deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including Equities, Futures & Foreign Exchange. As a valued member of this tight knit, high profile group within the firm you will work hand in hand with Quantitative Researchers to turn moon-shot ideas into profitable trading algorithms - working directly on signal research and alpha generation. Job Description Developing bespoke software solutions to design custom research infrastructure that is centralised amongst the group, including alpha estimation, risk modelling, and back testing components Design, develop, and deploy structured software solutions for data analytics, alpha & signal generation, and the overall research framework for the team Maintaining and updating the platform, ensuring its stability, robustness, and security Developing robust data checking and storage procedures Building components for both live trading and simulation Desirable Candidates Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or other quantitative discipline from a renowned higher education institution 3+ years' core engineering experience at a major Tech Company/competing Hedge Fund or Trading Firm/Investment Bank or FinTech. Proficiency in Python is preferred, but experience with C++ is also acceptable Ability to work closely with business stakeholders