VP/Director Java Algo Rates QD
VP/Director Java Algo Rates QD
A tier 1 investment bank is seeking an experienced (VP or Director-level) Quant Developer to join it's team in NYC. In this exciting role, you will be instrumental in designing and developing advanced frameworks that underpin market analytics, trading algorithms, pricing, and hedging strategies in the Rates markets. You will focus on creating best-in-class business logic and analytics solutions for electronic liquidity offerings in the Rates markets and engage in all phases of development from requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, optimization, to post-production support, directly influencing algorithmic trading strategies and market execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design & Develop frameworks and systems to support trading algorithms, pre/post trade analytics, and execution strategies in the Rates markets.
- Deliver high-performance solutions tailored to low-latency, high-volume environments.
- Proactively identify issues and provide timely, high-quality support.
- Work closely with Quantitative Analysts, Trading teams, Technology, and other key stakeholders to deliver innovative, robust solutions.
- CMonitor algorithm performance and recommend/implement improvements to ensure optimal execution.
- Contribute to internal reviews, team knowledge sharing, and the development of best practices.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Extensive experience with Java, particularly in a shared codebase environment.
- Proven experience with trading logic and algorithms, ideally in the Rates or Fixed Income markets.
- Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a quantitative, mathematical, or scientific discipline.
- Experience with performance-critical, low-latency systems.
- A strong understanding of the Rates markets, including government bonds, interest rate swaps, futures, and related instruments.
- Experience with advanced statistical techniques applied to trading or financial markets.
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