Tower Research Capital
Quantitative Trader/Researcher - 2027
$150K–$250K
New York, Chicago +2 · Full-time · Posted Jul 5, 2026
- Location
- New York, Chicago
Chicago, IL, United States
New York, NY, United States - Experience
- 0-2 years
- Education
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or related fields
About the job
Designs and deploys high-frequency trading algorithms and analyzes market data to identify trading opportunities.
What you'll do
- Design, implement, and deploy high-frequency trading algorithms; analyze market data and microstructure for patterns.
- Build data-analysis tools and analytical libraries, and develop, augment, and calibrate exchange simulators.
- Address real-time trading issues with internal and external parties; participate in interviewing and occasional campus recruiting.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in computer science, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in an object-oriented programming language; C++ and Python preferred.
- Working knowledge of Linux/Unix.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and multitasking abilities; interest in financial markets.
Nice to have
- Past industry experience; Teaching Assistant experience and/or participation in relevant Olympiads.
- Familiarity with machine learning, data analysis, market research, and data modeling.
Pay
$150,000 - $250,000 USD annual base salary
Tools
C++, Python, Linux/Unix
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