Responsibilities- Designing, implementing and deploying trading algorithms
- Researching high to mid frequency alphas
- Exploring trading ideas by analyzing market data, market microstructure and alternate data for patterns
- Creating tools to analyze data for patterns and developing data platforms
- Contributing to libraries of analytical computations to support market data analysis and trading
- Developing, augmenting and calibrating exchange simulators
- Integrating market intuition and discretionary oversight to manage live execution
Qualifications- PhD degree or foreign equivalent in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related STEM field
- Skills with the following required:
- Deep Learning (Neural Architectures), specifically Generative Models or Reinforcement Learning
- Applied Mathematics, specifically Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Optimization Theory
- Statistics, specifically Interference and Signal Processing, Advanced Time-Series Analysis, Information Theory, or Statistical Arbitrage
- Back-testing, simulation, and statistical techniques including auto-regression, auto-correlation and Principal Component Analysis
- Data mining and analysis skills, including experience dealing with a large amount of data/tick data
- Signal generation and statistical models
- Programming skills in Python and C++
- Experience may be gained in paid and unpaid positions
- Skills may be gained through academic coursework and concurrently while pursuing academic studies
Anticipated New York annual base salary range $150,000.00 to $250,000.00 per year, plus eligible for discretionary bonus.
If interested, in addition to applying here you can email your resume indicating job # ID [redacted] to:Tower HR at us-ta@tower-research.comBenefitsTower's headquarters are in the historic Equitable Building, right in the heart of NYC's Financial District and our impact is global, with over a dozen offices around the world.
At Tower, we believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable. That is why we foster a culture where smart, driven people thrive - without the egos. Our open concept workplace, casual dress code, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the value we place on a friendly, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, and great ideas win.
Our benefits include:
- Generous paid time off policies
- Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
- In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
- Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
- Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
- Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
- Workshops and continuous learning opportunities
At Tower, you'll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work - together.
