Quantitative Trader

Strict Eligibility Criteria – Please Read Before Applying

leading global High-Frequency Trading (HFT) firm

• Candidates must be from

  Tier-1 institutes

  only (IITs, NITs, BITS, MIT).
• For candidates with

  less than 1 year of experience

  , a

  minimum 9.0 CGPA

  is mandatory.
• Applications not meeting the above criteria will

  not be considered

  .

About the Role:

Quant Trader – Options

Key Responsibilities:

• Market making on NSE/BSE options by quoting competitive bid/ask prices and ensuring liquidity.
• Designing, implementing, and optimizing quantitative models for pricing, risk, and execution.
• Monitoring and managing option Greeks (delta, gamma, vega, etc.) and adhering to risk limits.
• Analyzing market data to identify inefficiencies, trends, and alpha-generating opportunities.
• Enhancing trading systems to optimize execution and reduce transaction costs.

Experience & Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in options trading, market making, or quantitative trading.
• Strong knowledge of option pricing models and risk management strategies.
• Hands-on experience in algorithmic trading and low-latency execution.
• Familiarity with NSE/BSE market structure, regulations, and trading mechanisms.

Skills:

• Proficiency in C++ and/or Python (experience with Matlab/R is a plus).
• Strong understanding of options, volatility products, and financial derivatives.
• Knowledge of market microstructure, order book dynamics, and execution strategies.
• Solid foundation in risk management methodologies for options trading.

Additional Qualities:

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a high-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.