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Algorithm Developer (Quant Research & Trading)

On-site in Singapore·Full-time·Added 6 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Hudson River Trading

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Singapore
Contract: Full-time

Skills

Python

Requirements

What we're looking for

You are a full-time PhD student in a quantitative discipline (math, physics, computer science, statistics, or a related program) who is eligible for full-time roles in 2027
Fluency in Python
Experience with statistical analysis, numerical programming, or machine learning in Python,
Pandas/Numpy, R, and/or MATLAB
Brilliant analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work creatively and independently on long-term technical problems

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Base salary for US is $300,000. Other locations have similarly locally competitive base salaries. A sign-on and discretionary performance bonus will be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical and/or other benefits.

The role

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking exceptional full-time PhD students to join our Algorithm Development teams in New York, London, and Singapore. Algorithm Developers at HRT are responsible for building and maintaining the models that drive our trading. A typical day involves applying rigorous statistical analysis to vast quantities of market and financial data to produce predictive trading models.

What you'll do

In this role, you will work alongside fellow Algorithm Developers and Software Engineers to research, develop, and test novel order execution and model training methods to increase trading efficiency. This will involve running models live on our high-performance trading infrastructure and analyzing daily performance to maintain ongoing profitability. You can expect to apply your advanced academic research experience and expertise to impactful real world problems in trading across time horizons and machine learning strategies.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates are excited to apply their research expertise to identify new opportunities in worldwide markets, enjoy both self-guided research and collaborating with others to analyze and fix problems efficiently, and are critical thinkers who can learn and implement new skills in a fast-changing environment.

About Hudson River Trading

Industry: Trading
Website: hudsonrivertrading.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.

At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We're a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization-from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we're friends and colleagues - whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we'd love to get to know you.

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Additional information

We do not allow multiple applications. Please apply to the ONE role you are most interested in and we will consider you for all open positions when reviewing your application.

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