High-Frequency Quant Trader Job at Anson McCade, Chicago, IL

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  • Anson McCade
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

My client is a cutting-edge, high-frequency trading firm based in Chicago, specializing in latency-sensitive strategies. The firm have a market-leading platform and co-located server access to ensure strong returns in high-performance trading.

Role Overview:

The firm are seeking experienced High-Frequency Traders to join their business and to build out new high-frequency trading desks. In this role, you will have the opportunity to leverage world-class technology, collaborate with a team of tech experts, and take ownership of your own trading book. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of success in HFT strategies, with a proven ability to deliver high Sharpe and Return on Capital.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and optimize high-frequency trading strategies across various asset classes
  • Leverage the firm’s market-leading trading platform, co-located server access, and infrastructure to design low-latency strategies
  • Collaborate with quantitative researchers, traders, and developers to enhance trading performance
  • Analyze real-time market data to identify profitable opportunities and refine trading models
  • Monitor and adjust strategies in real-time to maximize performance and minimize risk
  • Maintain and improve high-performance execution in a competitive market environment

Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience in high-frequency trading with a demonstrable track record of success
  • Proven ability to generate consistently high returns with Sharpe Ratio of 5+ and high ROC
  • Strong understanding of market microstructure and latency-sensitive trading strategies
  • Expertise in low-latency algorithmic trading, market making, or statistical arbitrage
  • Proficiency with programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar
  • Experience with high-performance computing and co-located server environments
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven, and highly competitive trading environment

Why Join:

  • Access to cutting-edge technology and infrastructure for high-frequency trading
  • Competitive compensation package with performance-based PnL split bonuses
  • Chicago-based with the flexibility to work across the US
  • Open to hiring independent traders or existing teams

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