Gradient Trading

COMPANY Gradient Trading is a global trading firm headquartered in Hong Kong. The firm adopts a broad range of proprietary trading strategies including Options Market Making and Statistical Arbitrage. Gradient Trading does not face clients and has no external investors. SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS AND ENGINEERS We are continuously seeking outstanding Software Development talent with exceptional C++ knowledge - both Junior and Senior. Our development department works on trading systems, market access, performance engineering and hardware, as well as trading strategies, modelling, data capture and analysis. Our systems are focused on low latency processing and highly efficient multithreaded architecture. Our trading strategies include Options Market Making and Statistical Arbitrage across all Asian markets. All software is proprietary and in-house built but third-party ISV elements are accessible in order to create and maintain an optimum infrastructure. The firm fosters an environment for technological advancement which creates material opportunities for gifted individuals. In line with the company's philosophy, the Engineering and Trading departments share a common incentive scheme. All current roles are based out of Hong Kong. Mandatory minimum requirements: - Master degree in computer science or equivalent. A huge drive and a love for code. - 4+ yrs of coding experience, of which 2+ yrs working on low-latency trading software (or equivalent) - Exceptional C/C++ knowledge and code optimization (speed, not throughput) - Expertise in Linux (including administration, useful tools, command line) - Proven knowledge of multithreading and asynchronous systems - Affinity with securities and derivatives trading - Eagerness to learn and put into practice new technologies (software and hardware). - Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English. OPTIONS TRADERS Gradient Trading is also accepting employment enquiries from talent with junior to mid-level (equity options) market making experience seeking a highly entrepreneurial environment. Candidates require a deep understanding and interest for derivatives pricing theory and analysis, plus a strong math aptitude. Programming skills are highly desirable, affinity is essential. CONTACT Candidates can reach out to hr@gradienttrading.com for more details.