Quantitative Developer (Commodities)

About Caxton:

Caxton Associates, founded in 1983, is a global trading and investment firm with offices in London, New York, Monaco and Singapore. Caxton Associates’ primary business is to manage client and proprietary capital through global macro hedge fund strategies. Assets are managed via a broad mandate to trade in a variety of global markets and instruments.

About the role:

We are seeking a Quantitative Developer to work directly with a Portfolio Manager focused on Commodities. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and solve complex problems.

Responsibilities:

• Work very closely with the Portfolio Manager.
• Compile, clean, and manage large datasets.
• Build day-to-day processes.
• Develop analytic and investment tools and visuals.
• Create live streaming programs to aid in the management of the portfolio.
• Support the research and development of investment strategies and execution.

Requirements

• 2-8 years of experience or an advanced degree in a quantitative field. Strong preference for computer science, engineering, or mathematics, or related field.
• Great programming skills including Python and a strongly-typed object oriented programming language (e.g. Java, C, C#, C++, Rust).
• Ability to handle parallel work streams and produce quality solutions quickly.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Independent thought and creativity.
• Goal oriented mindset and a positive, energetic attitude.
• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of commodities and time-series analysis is a plus.
• Working knowledge of SQL and Linux is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Display and operate at the highest degree of ethics and integrity.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000