Quantitative trader , global trading firm recruitment

Their office in Singapore is actively looking for an experienced quantitative trader to join their growing team.   The individual in this role will collaborate extensively with team members in validating ideas, researching market dynamics and building high frequency systematic trading models. Candidates should be hands on, analytical thinkers that desire a collegial, meritocratic work environment which promotes the open exploration of ideas.

Candidate Qualifications:

1.    At least 3-5 years working experience in Quantitative trading.

2.    Working knowledge of forecasting and data mining techniques, such as linear and non-linear regression analysis, neural networks or support vector machines

3.    Strong programming and development skills in C++ in a Linux environment

4.    Strong experience developing statistical models in a trading environment

5.    Strong familiarity with R, Matlab or S-plus

6.    Experience working with large datasets of historical market data

7.    Excellent communication skills

8.    BS, MS, PhD in Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math or Economics strongly preferred

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes in MS Word format to Lester.qin@hays.com.sg