Cross Barrel Quantitative Developer

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Overview of Role

Gunvor is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quant Developer to join our Cross Barrel Desk. This role is pivotal in overseeing and enhancing our current trading infrastructure, which includes code, database, dashboard management, and hardware oversight. The successful candidate will ensure that our systems are operating at peak efficiency and will apply industry best practices to improve our technological framework.

In addition to maintaining the existing infrastructure, the Quant Developer will collaborate closely with quant traders and researchers to innovate and develop new execution algorithms. This is an exciting opportunity for a developer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about cutting-edge trading technology. Another key responsibility will be the development of algorithms that allow the integration of new datasets into the team’s infrastructure, ensuring seamless data flow and utilization in trading strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Algorithm Development:

  • Collaborate with quant traders and researchers to design and develop new execution algorithms.

  • Implement and test algorithms within the existing trading platform.

  • Continuously improve execution algorithms based on performance data and feedback.

  • Ensure the robustness and reliability of algorithms in real-time trading environments.

  • Develop and integrate algorithms that facilitate the inclusion of new datasets into the team's infrastructure, optimizing data accessibility and utility.

• Infrastructure Management:

  • Oversee the entire current infrastructure, including codebases, databases, and hardware systems.

  • Apply best practice standards to enhance the reliability, performance, and scalability of our systems.

  • Regularly assess and optimize the existing technological stack to meet evolving business needs.

  • Manage hardware resources efficiently, ensuring they are aligned with the computational demands of the trading desk.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with traders, researchers, and other developers to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.

  • Contribute to the strategic planning of technological developments within the Cross Barrel Desk.

  • Provide technical support and training to other team members as needed.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in trading technology and quantitative research.

  • Propose and implement innovative solutions to improve trading execution, infrastructure efficiency, and data integration.

  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to a culture of high-quality software development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.

• 2-5 years of experience in quant development, with a focus on trading infrastructure, execution algorithms, data integration.

• Strong proficiency in Python – knowledge of .NET is a plus

• Experience with database management systems (SQL and NoSQL) and cloud management.

• Hands-on experience with network infrastructure design and maintenance and understanding of networking concepts (routing, multicast, etc..).

• Familiarity with trading systems, execution platforms, market data feeds, and the integration of new datasets.

• Knowledge of algorithmic trading and quantitative research is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.

• Strong understanding of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and continuous integration.

• Prior trading/commodities house experience will be advantageous, but not necessary

• Statistics and modeling background (including Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning, etc.…) would be advantageous but not necessary

• Self-motivated and able to work independently and as a team player

• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong proficiency in English required

If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

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