Systematic Trader

Systematic Trader – India

Location: Gurgaon, India

About the Firm

Our client is a leading global quantitative trading firm , leveraging cutting-edge proprietary technology, advanced quantitative models, and sophisticated execution strategies to provide liquidity across financial markets. Operating in a highly automated and low-latency environment, they are committed to continuous innovation and market leadership.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a high-caliber trading team, executing and optimizing systematic trading strategies focused on Indian listed equity securities and derivatives (options) .

The Role

As a Systematic Trader , you will be responsible for the real-time execution, monitoring, and optimization of systematic trading strategies across Indian equities and options . Working closely with risk, compliance, and technology teams, you will help refine workflows, enhance execution efficiency, and ensure adherence to risk parameters and regulatory requirements.

This is a high-impact role where precision, risk awareness, and execution expertise directly influence trading performance.

Key Responsibilities

Trade Execution & Monitoring

• Execute and oversee systematic trading strategies in Indian equities and India options , ensuring smooth operations and adherence to risk frameworks.
• Continuously monitor live trading performance , making real-time adjustments based on market conditions, execution metrics, and risk parameters.
• Identify execution inefficiencies and work with quants and engineers to refine order logic and strategy deployment .
• Ensure the scalability and robustness of execution logic in a high-frequency, low-latency environment.

Risk & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure that trading workflows remain compliant with SEBI regulations and exchange requirements.
• Monitor strategy behavior , calibrating risk parameters to optimize execution while minimizing exposure.
• Stay updated on the evolving HFT regulatory landscape in India , assessing its impact on trading strategies and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with compliance teams to respond to exchange queries on strategy performance, market impact, and trading patterns.

Operational & Workflow Optimization

• Work with internal stakeholders to automate pre- and post-trade controls , ensuring low-touch, highly efficient trading operations.
• Assist in refining execution algorithms, improving latency, and enhancing trading infrastructure to maximize profitability.
• Streamline processes to minimize physical delivery obligations arising from derivatives expiry in India options trading.
• Support business continuity planning (BCP) to ensure seamless operations under market disruptions.

What We're Looking For

Experience:

• 2-5 years of experience in systematic trading, algorithmic execution, or electronic market-making.
• Strong understanding of Indian equities and options markets , including order types, execution strategies, and market microstructure.
• Prior experience in risk management, execution optimization, and regulatory compliance in a trading environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) from a top-tier university.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Programming: Proficiency in Python and SQL/KDB/Q for trade analysis and execution optimization.
• Trading Systems: Experience working with Linux and trading infrastructure.
• Quantitative Thinking: Strong analytical skills to process large datasets and extract actionable insights.
• Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of SEBI regulations, exchange rules, and trading risk frameworks .
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot live trading issues and recommend data-driven improvements.

Mindset & Approach:

• Detail-oriented and highly analytical , with a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills , capable of working across trading, quantitative research, and technology teams.
• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Passionate about trading, technology, and continuous optimization in a high-frequency setting.

Why Join?