Algorithm Developer (Quant Researcher) – 2025 PhDs

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking Algorithm Developers (Quant Researchers) for a 2025 start date. This role is ideal for current PhD students in quantitative disciplines.

As an Algorithm Developer, you will:

• Apply rigorous statistical analysis to vast quantities of market and financial data
• Produce predictive trading models
• Work with Software Engineers to research, develop, and test novel order execution and model training methods
• Run models live on high-performance trading infrastructure
• Analyze daily performance to maintain ongoing profitability
• Apply advanced academic research experience to real-world trading problems

Qualifications:

• Full-time PhD student in a quantitative discipline (math, physics, computer science, statistics, or related)
• Eligible for full-time roles in 2025
• Fluency in Python
• Experience with statistical analysis, numerical programming, or machine learning in Python, Pandas/Numpy, R, and/or MATLAB
• Brilliant analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work creatively and independently on long-term technical problems

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Excited to apply research expertise to identify new opportunities in worldwide markets
• Enjoys both self-guided research and collaboration
• Critical thinker who can learn and implement new skills in a fast-changing environment

Compensation:

• Annual base salary range: $175,000 to $250,000
• Sign-on and discretionary performance bonus
• Company-paid medical and/or other benefits

HRT Culture:

• Diverse staff with offices globally
• Community of self-starters at the cutting edge of automation
• Celebrates great ideas from both veterans and new hires
• Friendly and collaborative environment
• Equal opportunity employer valuing varied perspectives

Apply now to join a scientific and innovative team at the forefront of algorithmic trading!