Quantitative Market Analyst

Dare
London
1 year ago
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Who we are

We are an energy tradingpany generating liquidity across globalmodities markets. Webine deep trading expertise with proprietary technology and the power of data science to be the best-in-class. Our understanding of volatile, data-intensive markets is a key part of our edge. 

At Dare, you will be joining a team of ambitious individuals who challenge themselves and each other. We have a culture of empowering exceptional people to be the best version of themselves.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will play a key role in the systematic exploration of trading strategies for new futures markets. Your work will involve researching and back-testing new strategies and working with large data sets to provide trading signals. Further responsibilities include:

Analyse fundamental data and conduct statistical analysis of order books. Analysis of statistical inefficiencies in pricing data. Quarterly volume analysis of new markets within existing products for possible new trading products. Ongoing analysis for new possible market expansion. Statistical analysis of liquid futures markets for trading desks. Detail the setup process and requirements for launching into new markets. Work closely with trading desks and internal stakeholders to develop new market trading requirements. Analyse the risks undertaken when entering new markets, pitching, and assisting other departments with their requirements. Assisting with the automated running of systematic trading strategies.

You’ll have

1-2 years’ experience in data science. Coding experience ( Python, SQL). Experience with a data platform Snowflake.

Ideal Behaviours

Proactive. Detail-oriented. Inquisitive. Creative.

Desirable

Further development experience ( R, C++, Tableau). Knowledge of Git. Knowledge and understanding of a data science library ( SKLearn, Tensorflow, PyTorch). Previous experience in a trading environment.

Benefits & perks

Vitality health insurance and dental cover 38 days of holiday (including bank holidays) Pension scheme Annual Bluecrest health checks A personal learning & development budget of £5000 Free gym membership Specsavers vouchers Enhanced family leave Cycle to Work scheme Credited Deliveroo dinner account Office massage therapy Freshly served office breakfast twice a week Fully stocked fridge and pantry Social events and a games room

Diversity matters

We believe in a workplace where our people can fulfil their potential, whatever their background or whomever they are. We celebrate the breadth of experience and see this as critical to problem-solving and to Dare thriving as a business. Our culture rewards curiosity and drive, so the best ideas triumph and everyone here can make an impact.

Please let us know ahead of the interview and testing processes if you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance during the application process.

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