Algorithmic Trading Analyst

Description

We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented entry-level candidates to join our Stamford, CT team as Algorithmic Trading Analysts. This role is a foundational position within our electronic trading organization, designed for candidates who want to build deep expertise at the intersection of market structure, algorithmic execution, trading technology, and software development.

In this role, you will work closely on a variety of projects alongside our trading desk, quant and engineering teams to build and improve various aspects of our global multi-asset algorithmic trading platform. 

Over time, you will have the opportunity to build expertise in one of several different front office roles focused on quant research, product management or client coverage. 

Specifically, You Will:

• Develop a strong working knowledge of market structure and electronic trading behavior in several asset classes and regions.
• Learn how algorithmic execution strategies, routing logic, and trading systems underneath them actually work. 
• Learn to evaluate algorithm performance across clients and strategies using statistical analysis and data visualization.
• Gain experience testing and supporting our trading product.
• Build fluency in product planning, prioritization, and cross-functional communication across trading, technology, and client teams
• Develop communication and presentation skills for internal and client-facing interactions.
• Develop working knowledge of Global Equities and Futures market structure, and how electronic trading behavior differs across regions and asset classes