Quantitative Execution Strategist – Electronic Trading

Quantitative Execution Strategist – Electronic Trading (SG Americas Securities, LLC, New York, NY) 

Design and enhance algorithms across different type of products, incorporating new techniques for predictive execution and dynamic strategy adaptation. Conduct in-depth research on global market microstructure changes and trading venue behaviors to optimize execution strategies and minimize market impact. Develop real-time analytics and monitoring tools for algorithm performance assessment, identifying opportunities for improvement. Build new client relationships, develop custom execution strategies, and improve their overall trading efficiency. Mentor junior quantitative strategist in leveraging large datasets and high-performance computing for execution research. Regulatory and Compliance Alignment: Ensure execution strategies comply with evolving regulatory requirements, working closely with compliance teams to implement robust controls and risk mitigation frameworks. Collaborate with trading system technologists to improve the infrastructure, enhance execution workflows, and improve overall platform efficiency. Partial telecommuting permitted; on-site at 245 Park Ave., New York, NY 10167 when not telecommuting. Salary: $125,000 - $275,000 per year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Financial Mathematics, Computer Science, Quantitative Finance, or related field, plus 2 years of professional experience as a Quantitative Analyst, Financial Analyst, or any occupation/job title/position performing algorithmic trading strategy development and execution. Must also have the following special skills: 2 years of professional experience with buy-side execution research or sell-side algo trading development; 2 years of professional experience with execution platform & models, running market impact estimation, and performance analysis; 2 years of professional experience utilizing machine learning applications for execution strategy optimization; 2 years of professional experience executing algos, order types, and latency-sensitive execution; 2 years of professional experience in VWAP, TWAP, Implementation Shortfall, and adaptive liquidity-seeking strategies; 2 years of professional experience utilizing Python, C# and C++ for algo development; 2 years of professional experience utilizing regulatory frameworks, including SEC, MiFID II, and other global execution mandates; and 2 years of professional experience working in complex environment with collaboration across trading, quant research, and technology department

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HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols.  Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area.  The applicable business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.

COMPENSATION:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.