Execution Algorithm Developer at WorldQuant

The estimated salary range is $160,000 to $200,000, specific to New York, with eligibility for a discretionary performance bonus and benefits. The final offer considers experience and qualifications.

Core benefits include fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401(k), fully paid parental leave, and generous PTO with unlimited sick days. Additional perks feature employee gym discounts, wellness activities, healthy snacks, casual dress code, learning courses, speakers, team-building off-sites, and employee resource groups.

Key requirements include excellent C++ skills on Linux with low-latency experience, designing electronic algorithmic trading systems, knowledge of market microstructure and market data (L1/2/3), predictive signal research/implementation, strong Python and database skills. Experience with Smart Order Routing (SOR) and liquidity pools is preferred.

WorldQuant pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results, encouraging open thinking, challenging conventional ideas, continuous improvement, and collaboration across teams. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere, with a focus on intellectual horsepower and outstanding talent.

WorldQuant seeks the best and brightest with outstanding intellectual talent to build future success, particularly those with strong technical skills in C++, algorithmic trading, market microstructure, and predictive modeling.