Kronos Research is hiring a

Quantitative Developer - Options Trading

Job Description

As a Quantitative Developer at Kronos, you will directly work as a team member in a world-class trading team, providing technical support and growing with the team. You will collaborate directly with quantitative researchers to expand trading opportunities and implement options trading strategies. You will leverage cutting-edge technology to solve complex real-world problems in a fast-paced environment. Being directly affiliated with a trading team means your rewards will be directly tied to the team's performance, presenting a valuable opportunity for you as the market grows.

Responsibilities

  • Options Strategy Implementation and Maintenance: Develop new trading logic to address specific trading requirements. Maintain and optimize existing trading strategies. Provide technical support for the long-term development of the trading team.
  • System Architecture Optimization: Develop system performance monitors and enhance system performance by optimizing bottlenecks and refactoring system architecture.

Qualifications

  • Degree: Advanced training (Bachelor, Master) in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, Economics, or another highly quantitative field.
  • Proficiency:
    • Programming Languages: Proficiency in C++, Java, or Golang within a Linux/Unix environment.
    • Software Engineering: Expertise in object-oriented programming, proficiency in data structures and algorithms, and ability to develop fault-tolerant systems.
    • Quality Assurance: Capable of producing readable, clean, well-structured, maintainable, and efficient code.
    • Independent Working Capability: Able to independently implement features with tests, prioritize high-impact issues, and identify defects and bugs promptly.
    • Relational Database: Design and maintain relational databases, write efficient queries
  • Personality:
    • Enthusiastic and actively passionate about trading.
    • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes in the financial landscape.
    • Display a high level of accountability and responsibility.
    • Strong communication skills and a proven ability to engage effectively with team members.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding financial markets, options trading, and cryptocurrencies, along with practical trading experience in financial markets or related domains.
  • Proficiency in risk management skills, including but not limited to options greeks.
  • Over 2 years of hands-on experience in C++, Java, or Golang. Demonstrated expertise in system architecture design and implementation
  • Experienced in design and implementing efficient SQL database schema
  • Familiar with common network protocol stack such as IP, TCP, TLS, HTTP, and web socket.
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