Job Title

Research Engineer

Location

New York, NY

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a disciplined and creative Research Engineer to join an elite systematic trading group. In this role, you will collaborate with seasoned technologists and quantitative researchers to build high-performance software and data solutions that drive global market strategies. This is a high-impact position offering immediate responsibility and the chance to work at the intersection of sophisticated financial modeling and cutting-edge distributed computing.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Engineering: Collaborate with research teams to architect, simulate, and implement complex trading algorithms for global financial markets.

• Simulation & Performance: Design and optimize simulation software frameworks tailored for large-scale distributed computation.

• Data Infrastructure: Build and maintain scalable systems for the acquisition, storage, and visualization of massive financial datasets.

• Analysis Tools: Develop intuitive user interfaces and platforms for deep-dive data exploration and comprehensive post-trade performance analysis.

• Workflow Optimization: Streamline the transition of trading strategies from initial prototype phases to full-scale production deployment.

• Technological Advancement: Continuously evaluate emerging technologies to enhance the team’s existing infrastructure and technical capabilities.

Requirements (Must-have)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a rigorous quantitative field.

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced software development expertise in modern C++ and Python.

• System Fundamentals: Deep understanding of computer architecture, including hardware, operating systems, memory management, and networking.

• Core Concepts: Mastery of object-oriented design, complex data structures, and algorithmic efficiency.

• Multithreading: Proven experience developing robust multi-threaded applications.

• Mathematical Aptitude: Strong foundational knowledge in quantitative finance and associated mathematical concepts.

• Engineering Rigor: Ability to write clean, maintainable, and highly efficient code in a fast-moving environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-have)

• Experience with large-scale data storage and distributed computing frameworks.

• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive benefits package including professional development and continuing education opportunities.