Trading Desk Developer

Volant is an equal partnership of exceptional traders, quantitative strategists, and technologists who seek out and share each others’ expertise every day as they collaborate toward a collective goal. Founded in 2006, our consistent track record of success is a testament to what can be accomplished when smart, motivated people from a variety of disciplines are given the opportunity to work together collegially.

The role of the Trading Desk Developer is to develop a broad range of front-office solutions for trading desks. The developer works directly with the traders to understand their needs, and develop, test and support software in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

* Maintain and enhance tools and reports used by trading desks * Improve existing trading applications in collaboration with other IT teams * Proactively identify ways software and automation can improve trading activities * Work with other IT teams to provide daily technical support for production trading systems * Establish a relationship with traders to provide guidance on technical questions

* BS or MS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or a related quantitative discipline * A minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial markets software development * Minimum 2 years' experience with C++ * Proficiency in some of the following languages: Python, C++, C#, SQL, R, Excel/VBA 2010 * Strong analytical skills, and troubleshooting and problem solving abilities * Good understanding of financial products like equities, futures, and options * Familiarity with source code version control systems * Ability to multitask and work under pressure, independently and as part of a team * Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills * Self-motivated and high aptitude for learning * High degree of integrity and strong work ethic * Ability to work trading hours (7-4)