Weekday (YC W21)

Senior Quantitative Trader

Weekday (YC W21)  •  Republic of India (Remote)  •  15 days ago
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Job Description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 5 years

Location: India

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a Senior Quant Trader with 5 to 8 years of experience and a demonstrated track record in creating and implementing systematic trading strategies. The ideal candidate should possess strong skills in alpha generation, statistical modeling, and risk management across various asset classes, including equities, derivatives, crypto, or global macro markets.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Design, backtest, and implement quantitative trading strategies.

Consistently generate alpha by leveraging statistical and machine learning models.

Perform comprehensive data analysis and research to identify market inefficiencies.

Enhance execution strategies while minimizing slippage.

Develop and maintain robust risk management systems.

Work closely with technology and research teams to improve trading infrastructure.

Oversee live trading strategies and continuously optimize their performance.

Required Qualifications
5–8 years of experience in proprietary trading, hedge funds, or quantitative trading environments.

Proficient programming skills in Python, C++, or comparable languages.
Strong knowledge of probability, statistics, time-series analysis, and financial mathematics.
Experience with backtesting tools and trading platforms.
In-depth understanding of derivatives, market microstructure, and execution tactics.
Proven history of developing profitable trading strategies.

Preferred Skills
Background in high-frequency or mid-frequency trading.
Familiarity with machine learning methodologies.
Expertise in portfolio construction and capital allocation.
Capability to excel in a fast-moving, results-oriented environment.

What We Offer
Substantial capital allocation tied to performance.
Opportunity to join as an early team member.
Competitive compensation linked to profit and loss.
Direct interaction with company leadership.
Chance to create and scale trading strategies with ownership.

Must have Skills

Quantitative Trader

Quant

Trader

Good to have Skills

Algorithmic Trading

Weekday (YC W21)

About Weekday (YC W21)

AI recruiter that runs outbound sourcing campaigns to find top talent. At Weekday, we have built the most accurate database of talent (250mn+ people in US & India with contact data), we run outbound campaigns to identify top talent for any role you might be hiring for. We generate the highest response rates (30-40%) on our campaigns making sourcing talent as easy as making a job posting. We are backed by Y-Combinator and were also ranked #1 on Product Hunt.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
San Fransisco, CA
Year Founded
2021
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