Trading Operations Associate
Tower Research CapitalAbout the Role
Tower Research Capital is seeking a Trading Operations Associate to join its Business Support team in New York. This role sits at the intersection of quantitative trading and engineering, supporting automated trading strategies in a fast-paced production environment.
- Work closely with quantitative traders and software developers to operate and supervise automated trading strategies
- Monitor production trading for risk and compliance issues and respond quickly to unusual behaviors or market conditions
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to day-to-day trading activities
- Develop programming scripts and applications to automate and facilitate the trading system
- Analyze production trades and market data, and develop ideas to improve trading strategies
- Work an early morning schedule aligned with relevant market hours
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field, such as computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related field
- Prior experience in a trade monitoring, trading, or trade support role is preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze trading data, investigate issues, and draw actionable conclusions
- Good understanding of futures markets, including products, trading venues, market structure, and risk management
- Good understanding of algorithmic trading technology and architecture, including UNIX/Linux environments and monitoring applications
- Experience with Python to support existing infrastructure and identify areas for improvement
- Ability to work effectively on complex tasks, take initiative, and assume increasing responsibility over time
- Excellent communication skills and fluency in English
What You'll Get
- $120k–$200k base salary
- 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