Job Vacancies Amsterdam
Algorithmic Trader
Optiver is looking for a motivated individual to fill the position of Algorithmic Trader. In this trading role you will design, develop, improve and utilize trading algorithms. For this position we are searching for someone with an academic degree, programming skills and a great interest in financial markets and research.
What you'll do
As an Algorithmic Trader within Optiver you will be working in a highly competitive and fast paced-environment. Alongside trading, Algorithmic Traders apply their skills in areas such as the optimization of current strategies as well as analysis and implementation of new trading strategies. The main focus area is equity products. In order to seize every opportunity and stay ahead of the competition, you will need to show initiative and a strong work ethic. The drive to both improve your market knowledge and develop personally are also of paramount importance for traders at Optiver.
• Prices and trades financial products;
• Optimizes current strategies;
• Analyzes and implements new trading strategies;
• Improves models and trading methods;
• Constantly searches for knowledge and new theories on trading related subjects.
This is an excellent opportunity for bright, analytical individuals to join a challenging and often demanding business. Once you have been accepted, our formal, hands-on training in Amsterdam will get you up to speed to meet the high demands of the job.
What you'll need
• An academic degree in:
o Engineering;
o Computer Science;
o Applied Physics;
o Or any relevant study with a research component.
• At least 6 months experience working with C++, C#, JAVA, VBA and/or MATLAB;
• A desire to work closely with various technology and trading teams to implement algorithms into complex technology solutions;
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills;
• A strong affinity for financial markets and a numbers-orientated character;
• Be accurate and have the ability to solve problems;
• Make fast decisions under pressure;
• Competitive attitude and eagerness to constantly improve yourself;
• The ability to cope with increasing responsibility.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
What you’ll get
Excellent remuneration, great profit sharing, full first-class home-work travel compensation, training opportunities, relocation packages, discounts on health insurance, breakfast and lunch facilities, Friday-afternoon drinks and – yes - even in-house chair massages. Add in the chance to work in the US or Australia and you must be tempted!
Apply directly via the APPLY NOW button. Please provide us with a CV and letter of motivation in English. Applications without letter of motivation will not be reviewed. For more information, contact Kim Ruijer (Recruiter Trading) on +31 (0)20 708 7000.
N.B. Once you’ve applied for the Trader position, you will be required to take three numerical tests to measure your mathematical and analytical skills.
Acquisition further to this advertisement is not appreciated.
