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Algorithmic Trader

Zürich Permanent View Job Description
This role focuses on an experienced Algorithmic Trader specializing in market making across multiple asset classes. Responsibilities include designing and managing automated strategies, optimizing algorithms, and driving new opportunities with high autonomy and direct PnL ownership in a dynamic, data-driven environment.

Added 25/11/2025

  • Fast Growing Company
  • Attractive Package

About Our Client

A Swiss-based firm blending research, technology, and trading expertise to build advanced systems for global markets.

Job Description

  • Drive real-time execution of algorithmic strategies across fragmented and fast-moving markets
  • Engineer smarter quoting, hedging, and execution logic to sharpen edge and minimize inefficiencies
  • Keep a pulse on live market dynamics, risk exposures, and system behavior during trading sessions
  • Partner with quantitative researchers, developers, and data scientists to evolve models and trading signals
  • Extract insights from historical performance data to fine-tune parameters and uncover new opportunities
  • Uphold regulatory standards and internal risk frameworks while scaling strategies responsibly
  • Contribute to cutting-edge research on market microstructure and strategy innovation
  • Safeguard platform reliability by diagnosing and resolving algorithmic or infrastructure issues swiftly



The Successful Applicant

  • Strong academic background in Finance, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or another quantitative discipline from a top-tier university
  • At least 5 years of experience in algorithmic or electronic trading, ideally in spot markets such as FX, crypto, equities, or commodities
  • Proven track record of generating consistent profits (PnL > $2m annually over 3+ years)
  • Deep understanding of market microstructure, liquidity dynamics, and execution strategies
  • Hands-on experience with real-time trading systems, live data feeds, and market connectivity
  • Ability to monitor and manage risk effectively in high-volume, fast-moving environments
  • Advanced analytical and quantitative skills, with a focus on performance metrics and optimization
  • Proficiency in Python, C++, or other trading-related programming languages
  • Experience in market making, arbitrage, or statistical trading strategies
  • Exposure to low-latency or high-frequency trading environments
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, containerized systems, or distributed data processing pipelines
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and trading teams



What's on Offer

  • Fast Growing Company
  • Rewarding Environment
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6890972

Job summary

Job Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Sales & Trading
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Zürich
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-112025-6890972

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