Trading Systems Analyst
Job description
We are looking for an experienced developer with a desire to complement his/her programming skills with hands-on experience in equity trading. The ideal candidate will have some prior experience working in the financial industry, preferably on an equity trading desk in a technology support role.
The candidate will be responsible for monitoring the daily trading and operational activities of the firm, as well as managing and enhancing the systems used for these tasks. Strong technology and problem solving skills are a necessity; if technical problems were to arise the candidate must be able to quickly and efficiently address any issues.
Through active monitoring and data analysis, the candidate will devise and implement enhancements to our data checking and reconciliation processes. The candidate will also work on transaction cost analysis and optimizing the firm’s trade execution. Attention to detail is critical.
Skills Required:
- Strong programming skills in Python and SQL (will be tested)
- Experience using Bloomberg
- Strong communication skills
- Self-starter who thrives under pressure
Desired Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering
- 2-4 years of professional experience on a buy or sell-side trading desk
- An understanding of equity markets
- Familiarity with C# programming