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Tower Research Capital ยท 1 day ago

Production Trader

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998, known for its high-performance trading platform and independent trading teams. They are seeking a talented and experienced Production Trader to join a Market Making team, focusing on futures, ETFs, and stocks in a fully automated, low latency environment.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Ensuring the systems operate smoothly: run and monitor the trading systems
Managing book sizes and various risks
In charge of pricing of ETFs, EFPs, BTICs
Proposing enhancements to the strategies/systems: working in conjunction with IT and Quants

Qualification

Quantitative trading experienceStatistical techniquesProgramming in PythonBack-testingSimulationData miningAnalysisLinux knowledgeSQLTask managementCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Masters or PhD degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or equivalent STEM degree
3-7 years experience in the financial industry (experience in quantitative trading is preferred but not a requirement)
A strong background in STEM
Proficiency in back-testing, simulation, and statistical techniques (auto-regression, auto-correlation and Principal Component Analysis)
Solid data-mining and analysis skills, including experience dealing with a large amount of data/tick data
Familiarity with signal generation and statistical models
Strong programming skills in Python
Working knowledge of Linux and familiarity with SQL
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Experience in quantitative trading

Benefits

Generous paid time off policies
Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
Hybrid working opportunities
Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
Workshops and continuous learning opportunities

Company

Tower Research Capital

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Tower Research Capital is a computerized trading firm in the field of high-frequency trading.

H1B Sponsorship

Tower Research Capital has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (35)
2024 (35)
2023 (31)
2022 (44)
2021 (31)
2020 (35)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Richard Colpron
CFO
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Sean Concannon, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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