Junior Trader/Trading Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of systematic and algorithmic trading strategies across multiple exchanges and asset classes
• Monitor live trading activity, positions, and system behavior to identify issues and anomalies
• Assist in the design, testing, and refinement of trading algorithms and execution logic
• Investigate trading and system issues through data analysis and debugging
• Build and improve automation tools, scripts, and workflows to drive desk efficiency
• Partner with traders and developers to enhance models, tools, and internal processes
• Monitor risk, positions, and trading activity in real time

Requirements

• 0 to 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or analytical discipline (e.g., math, statistics, computer science, engineering, economics, or finance)
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Python is strongly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with other programming languages
• A genuine interest in financial markets and systematic trading
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving

About the Company

DV Trading is an independent proprietary trading firm that utilizes its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets. Founded over 20 years ago, the DV Group of financial services firms operates throughout North America, Europe, and Asia, providing hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users across various asset classes.