Junior Quantitative Trader (Asian Market Hours)

Old Mission Capital is hiring a Junior Quantitative Trader to trade mispriced securities during Asian market hours. The role involves managing trading activity and portfolio risk, implementing technology-driven strategies, and researching profitable trading opportunities.

What you'll do:

• Monitor systems and manage all trading activity between Sunday – Thursday from 4:00 pm – 3:00 am CST
• Oversee and manage the trade execution and risk of complex trading portfolios across the firm
• Implement trading strategies that leverage technology to efficiently execute trades at minimum transactional costs
• Research potential trading opportunities

What they're looking for:

• A degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, engineering, or one of the hard sciences
• Proficiency with at least one of the following languages: Python, C++, JAVA, VBA, R, Matlab or Ruby
• 2+ years of relevant trading experience
• Experienced with automated trading systems
• Proven trustworthiness and performance under the highest ethical standards
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to solve problems in a high-pressure environment
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Must be self-motivated, dependable, responsible and results driven
• Maintain integrity at all times
• A strong work ethic and ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leaves
• Commuter and Flexible Spending Programs
• Discretionary bonus