Meril Life Sciences - Quant Trader (2-8 yrs)

Role Overview :

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Trader to develop and execute high-frequency trading strategies in global markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in market microstructure, ultra-low-latency execution, and statistical arbitrage.

As part of our trading team, you will be responsible for designing, backtesting, and optimizing trading algorithms, leveraging cutting-edge AI and high-performance computing to capitalize on ultra-short-term market inefficiencies. You will work closely with quantitative researchers and engineers to enhance execution speed and efficiency while managing real-time trading risk.

Key Responsibilities :

As a Quantitative Trader your responsibilities will include :

- Designing, implementing, and deploying high-frequency trading algorithms.

- Typical strategies deployed include Alpha-seeking strategies and Market Making.

- Rigorously back-test strategies on in-house research infrastructure.

- Creating tools to analyze data for patterns.

- Contributing to libraries of analytical computations to support market data analysis and trading.

- Developing, augmenting, and calibrating exchange simulators.

Preferred Qualifications :

We're seeking candidates with :

- A degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering from a leading institution.

- 2-5 years of relevant work experience.

- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Proficiency in programming, particularly in C++ or C.

- Working knowledge of Linux, Python, and shell scripting.

- A curious mindset and a passion for understanding complex systems.

- A disciplined and consistent work ethic.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Needful Qualities :

- Well-organized, detail-oriented; able to multi-task and keep track of various deadlines in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

- Highest level of integrity, empathy, and character.

- Mature and thoughtful, with the ability to operate in a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

Why Join Us ?

- Be part of a fast-growing, innovative firm at the forefront of financial technology.

- Work on challenging, high-impact projects with opportunities for rapid learning and career growth.

- Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.

- A dynamic work environment with exposure to cutting-edge technologies in trading.