Job Description

My client is a cutting-edge, high-frequency trading firm based in Chicago, specializing in latency-sensitive strategies. The firm have a market-leading platform and co-located server access to ensure strong returns in high-performance trading.

Role Overview:

The firm are seeking experienced High-Frequency Traders to join their business and to build out new high-frequency trading desks. In this role, you will have the opportunity to leverage world-class technology, collaborate with a team of tech experts, and take ownership of your own trading book. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of success in HFT strategies, with a proven ability to deliver high Sharpe and Return on Capital.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize high-frequency trading strategies across various asset classes
• Leverage the firm’s market-leading trading platform, co-located server access, and infrastructure to design low-latency strategies
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers, traders, and developers to enhance trading performance
• Analyze real-time market data to identify profitable opportunities and refine trading models
• Monitor and adjust strategies in real-time to maximize performance and minimize risk
• Maintain and improve high-performance execution in a competitive market environment

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in high-frequency trading with a demonstrable track record of success
• Proven ability to generate consistently high returns with Sharpe Ratio of 5+ and high ROC
• Strong understanding of market microstructure and latency-sensitive trading strategies
• Expertise in low-latency algorithmic trading, market making, or statistical arbitrage
• Proficiency with programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar
• Experience with high-performance computing and co-located server environments
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven, and highly competitive trading environment

Why Join:

• Access to cutting-edge technology and infrastructure for high-frequency trading
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based PnL split bonuses
• Chicago-based with the flexibility to work across the US
• Open to hiring independent traders or existing teams

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