Blue Diamond Asset Management, a hedge fund manager headquartered in Switzerland,
has an established track record of over 14 years managing systematic relative value volatility
strategies. The company of 35 staff is in an exciting growth phase as it focuses on
developing quantitative trading strategies in new options markets.
Blue Diamond is looking for an Execution Trader/Quantitative Researcher to join the existing
team of researchers and portfolio managers.
We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
Preferential terms for investing in the fund are available to all staff.

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee and develop the algorithmic execution of systematic strategies focused on

Asian markets

• Conduct research and statistical analysis to improve and develop systematic trading

strategies in listed futures and option markets

• Assist in the expansion into new options markets
• Collaborate with a team of other software engineers and developers

Qualifications & Skills:

• Very strong quantitative finance skills
• MSc/PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or another quantitative field
• Prior experience (1-3 years) in data-driven research environment
• Experience of listed Asian options and/or futures markets preferred
• Strong programming and database skills (R, Python & SQL)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Working proficiency in English
• Resident with valid residency status

Benefits:

• Competitive annual bonus programme
• Equity awarded to high-performers
• International working environment
• An office at UIC Building, a short walk from Shenton Way station

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $135,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave

Work Location: In perso

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