Execution Services / Algorithmic trading Analyst
BestEx Research
IT
Stamford, CT, USA
Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2023
About The JobWe are searching for a qualified entry level candidate to join our Client Services team. The candidate should have a desire to work in a fast-paced dynamic trading environment. We seek a self-starter that can work independently as well as thrive and contribute to a growing team.
What You Will DoProvide level 1 trade, system and integration support at the direction of the client services manager. Such responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide level 1 telephone, chat and email support to clients using either GUI-based or automated remote trading applications
- Proactive monitoring execution algorithms and mitigate trading risk
- Troubleshoot system and client connectivity issues
- Develop understanding of execution algorithms and BestEx Research applications and explain them to clients
- Help clients with customization of BestEx Research products
- Perform Trade Cost Analysis
- Trade support and application-level troubleshooting of orders generated by BestEx Research's execution algorithms
- Perform QA of internal trading tools, algorithms and risk applications and document as needed
- Coordinate application deployment with infrastructure management and software engineering teams
- Work with brokers and vendors to integrate BestEx research's execution algorithms
- Assist in client-onboarding and account creation
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Concentrations on Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance or Economics are preferred
- Previous financial industry or trading experience a plus
- Experience or working knowledge of SQL, Python, MS Excel
- Professional, motivated attitude
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple issues in a fast pace, high pressured technology environment
- Independent self-starter and a keen attention to detail is a must
- Competitive pay, world class benefits and bonus structure
- Huge upwards mobility: Talented and high performing individuals will move up very quickly to sales and trading or product management roles
- Work with high-caliber and innovative professionals
- Progressive time off benefits
- State of the art office
- A fun and collaborative environment
- 4 weeks of vacation, healthcare, commuter benefits, and 401K