Description

On behalf of a global market-making firm with a strong focus on quantitative and electronic execution, we are handling the search for a Systematic Trader to join the live trading desk.

Main responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operation of systematic trading and execution strategies, including real-time risk decisions, response to market changes, order flow patterns, and platform alerts.
• Work directly with quantitative researchers, developers, and technology teams on platform maintenance, improvements, and deployment of new functionality.
• Develop practical knowledge of market microstructure, traded products, venue rules, and internal systems to support expansion into additional markets or instruments where required.
• Identify and contribute to enhancements in trading infrastructure, risk controls, monitoring tools, and execution logic.
• Monitor live strategy performance and market conditions; detect and act on significant deviations or trends.
• Prepare and apply structured responses for major news events, macro developments, and periods of elevated volatility.
• Maintain direct responsibility for risk limits, protective mechanisms, and trading discretion during live sessions.

Background and skills sought

• Degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Economics or similar) from a recognised university.
• Previous experience in electronic trading, systematic execution, market making, or similar quantitative trading roles.
• Ability to make timely, defensible decisions in a live, fast-moving environment while considering both detail and broader context.
• Independent working style with a record of taking initiative and delivering practical outcomes.
• Clear written and verbal communication; strong attention to detail.

Technical experience that is useful

• Working knowledge of Python for data handling, analysis, backtesting, or production-related tasks.
• Exposure to Linux environments is beneficial.
• Familiarity with real-time market data, execution algorithms, or market microstructure is advantageous.