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Equity Trader

Responsibilities
·        Use Tradebot’s proprietary trading software to maximize firm profits. All trading is done for the company accounts. We do not have customers.
·        Perform quantitative analysis of historical market data to determine actionable opportunities.  
·        Design trading models to capitalize on opportunities identified from your research.
·        Implement controlled scientific experiments in real-time to test trading theories.
·        Utilize Tradebot’s internally-developed distributed computation framework to evaluate information.
·        Work with analysts and software developers to recommend improvements to the trading system.
·        UNDERSTAND RISK. Never make a trade that could bankrupt the firm.

Requirements
·        Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Statistics, Math, Computer Science, or related fields preferred.
·        Knowledge and interest of the financial markets is expected.
·        Series 57 and 63 licensing required.
·        Familiarity with Python, R, and/or other languages is beneficial.
·        Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
·        Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Desire to work in a team environment.
·        We hire for Aptitude, Character, and Enthusiasm. We are looking for associates who are eager to learn and move up as the firm grows.
 
Benefits
·        Base salary $50k to $100k, depending on position and experience.
·        Bonus Pool. Incentive compensation can be highly rewarding. All associates are eligible to participate in our annual discretionary bonus pool. Bonuses are based on trading profits, individual performance and other criteria set by the board. Bonus payouts are not guaranteed. 
·        Benefits package available to all: including health insurance, paid time-off, IRA match, etc.
·        Free lunch. The company provides lunch daily with rotating caterers.