Quantitative Trader

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize systematic trading strategies
• Conduct quantitative research using statistical and machine learning techniques
• Analyze large datasets to identify alpha signals and trading opportunities
• Collaborate with engineering to improve trading infrastructure and execution
• Monitor live strategies, manage risk, and adjust models in real time
• Evaluate performance and continuously refine strategies based on results
• Contribute to building a scalable trading platform and process

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in quantitative trading, research, or a related field
• Strong programming skills in Python (required)
• Knowledge of C++ or Java is preferred
• Solid understanding of market structure and execution
• Experience with statistical modeling, time series analysis, or machine learning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
• Active SIE and Series 57 licenses preferred, but not required

About the Company

Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. DV Trading is an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users.