Simplex Trading

Simplex Trading

Algorithmic Trader

Chicago · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$200kDetected 7 days ago
PythonSQLMySQLLinuxData AnalysisStatisticsResearch

About the role

  • Our employees are truly our greatest asset.
  • Simplex is an in-office organization, helping to foster a collaborative and communicative culture.
  • Career Description Simplex is looking for analytical and creative individuals to join our trading team.

Responsibilities

  • Building: We are located in the Federal Reserve building.
  • Simplex and its recruitment partners may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain aspects of the recruiting and hiring process.

Skills

  • At least one year professional experience in algorithmic trading, ideally equity or futures options
  • A track record of solving challenging analytical problems and implementing robust solutions
  • Firm understanding of statistics and probability, linear algebra, and calculus
  • Proficiency with Python and/or R for research, data analysis, and statistical modeling
  • Experience working with large datasets using relational databases, ideally SQL/MySQL
  • Exposure to Linux/Unix beneficial
  • In-person happy hours, celebrations throughout the year, game nights, video game fun, and so much more!
  • Simplex is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Final hiring decisions are made by humans.
  • For all job postings, Simplex may use AI to review and analyze applications, resumes, interviews, and applicant responses.
  • Simplex complies with applicable federal and state laws governing AI use.
  • Applicants may still request reasonable accommodations.

Compensation

  • Annual base salary ranges from $150,000 to $200,000, and is influenced by a number of factors, including qualifications and experience.

Benefits

  • Excellent a la carte Medical/Dental/Vision (free employee coverage!), 401(k) match, generous parental leave!
  • As a tenant, you have access to a building gym and a full cafeteria.

Company info

  • We are easily accessible to all public transportation.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • For more information related to AI or to request an accommodation, please contact HR@simplextrading.com.

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