- Full Time
- Singapore
Grasshopper
About Grasshopper
Grasshopper is a quantitative trading technology provider based in Singapore, and is the holding company of Grasshopper Asset Management. Our state-of-the-art technology, built from the ground up in-house, puts us at the forefront of developments in electronic trading. An unbroken record of consistency and profitability is underpinned by firm values of curiosity, empowerment and flexibility.
About Grasshopper Asset Management
Grasshopper Asset Management, a subsidiary of Grasshopper, is a Licensed Fund Management Company (LFMC) regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. With low-latency quantitative strategies, we generate diversified, stable and uncorrelated returns with an unbroken 18 year streak of profitability by maintaining multiple layers of algorithmic and manual risk controls.
Why we’re looking:
We are expanding and seeking for experienced Senior HFT Traders or Portfolio Managers to join our team and help drive the success of our trading operations Asia.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in high-frequency trading and portfolio management, with a deep understanding of financial markets and the ability to make informed and timely decisions.
What you’ll be working on:
- Developing and executing high-frequency or intraday trading strategies (with < 24h holding period) in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Managing and optimising trading algorithms and systems, utilising quantitative analysis to identify and capitalise on market opportunities
- Collaborating closely with our trading, research, and technology teams to develop and refine trading models and strategies
- Monitoring market conditions and adjust trading strategies as necessary to stay ahead of changing trends and dynamics
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices in risk management
We’d love for you to have:
- Professional experience in high-frequency trading or portfolio management, with a strong track record of success, with a P&L of > USD 2mil/year
- Own or operate successful alphas/strategies, and be willing to bring them over to Grasshopper
- Experience with index roll or index arb strats may be considered
- Deep knowledge of financial markets and trading technology, with experience trading in Japan OSE or TSE, Singapore SGX, Malaysia Bursa, Thailand SET, USA CME Futures, Australia ASX, Taiwan TWSE or India NSE or BSE.
- Candidates with professional trading experience in Hong Kong HKEX, China SHFE or DCE, Korea KRX, may also be considered
- Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to use data and models to drive trading decisions
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex trading strategies and market insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
What we offer in return:
- 21 days annual leave
- An opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, fostering mentorship opportunities and personal growth
- Comprehensive Insurance Package with extended coverage for dependents
- Well stocked pantry
- Annual Dental & Wellness budget
- Gym membership
- Competitive compensation
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What you can expect working at Grasshopper:
At Grasshopper, you will be working in a diverse and dynamic environment with a flat hierarchy. With over 100 employees and 15 nationalities working in an open office, communication is essential to performance. To keep our edge as the “small giant” of trading technology, we give employees a high level of autonomy and encourage them to get creative, take risks, make mistakes and learn from them. The sprint is on!
Grasshopper is an equal opportunity employer.
To apply for this job please visit job-boards.greenhouse.io.
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