Trader

• →Operate automated, latency-sensitive trading systems
• →Conduct quantitative research into strategy performance, back-testing hypotheses and refine strategies
• →Adjust system parameters dynamically based on market conditions
• →Manually trade to reduce risk exposure when necessary
• →Identify opportunities for automation and propose improvements to trading systems and operational workflows
• →Develop internal tools and utilities to improve monitoring, operational efficiency, and desk processes
• →Communicate relevant market news, events, and system behaviour to team members in a timely manner
• →Generate feedback on trading system performance through analysis of system logs, executions, and market data

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computational Finance, or an equivalent STEM field
• Ability to understand and reason about complex distributed trading systems
• Strong analytical and quantitative mindset
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++
• Meticulous attention to details, strong judgement and accuracy in work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact and collaborate across research and engineering teams
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, collaborative, and results-oriented environment, and thrive under time-sensitive and high-pressure situations
• Self-starter with strong proactivity, sets ambitious goals, willingness to drive and own projects, and proactively identifies opportunities for impact

• Prior trader or trading analyst experience preferred

The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.