Market Operations Analyst - Europe Session

Quantiq specializes in high frequency derivatives trading in the largest markets worldwide. Our approach is rigorous and pragmatic, driven by technological expertise and analytics, informed by real-world experience. We value employees who love to learn and have the tenacity, curiosity and willpower to contribute to our continuing success.

We are a small but passionate team, dedicated to enhancing and refining our tried and true methods as we commit to our ongoing growth and performance.

Role Description:

As a Market Operations Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring Quantiq’s live trading environment. You’ll help oversee and support live trading activity during the Asian and/or European trading sessions. Your insights into the relationship between infrastructure, data, and market behavior will help shape operational decisions and contribute directly to the success of our overnight trading strategies. If the following resonates with you, we would love to welcome you to our team.

Schedule:

Quantiq operates a 23/6, follow-the-sun trading model across global markets. Market Operations Analysts are expected to support this model by working within designated trading sessions and maintaining reliable coverage during their scheduled hours.

This position is primarily aligned with APAC and European hours, with occasional rotation into U.S. trading sessions:

• APAC hours: 4:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
• European hours: 12:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
• U.S. hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

*Note all times are listed in EST

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze markets and news-flow to optimize existing trading operations
• Calculate daily P&L and position balances
• Collaborate with the tech team to identify and resolve production issues
• Support the release of new algorithms by responding and documenting unusual behaviors or market conditions
• Develop analytical tools and processes to enhance operational platforms
• Assist the tech team in the conversion of manual processes to automatic systems

Qualifications:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and adaptable team player
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to a variety of audiences
• Comfortable building tools for automation
• Willingness to learn about financial systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience in an analytical field or comparable detail oriented environment
• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline (CS, Engineering, Physics, Math, etc.)
• Experience in Python and Excel
• Strong knowledge of Linux

Please Apply If:

• You communicate clearly and are comfortable sharing ideas, observations, and concerns
• You welcome constructive feedback and see challenges as opportunities to learn
• You have a strong analytical mindset and take pride in getting the details right
• You stay calm under pressure and can maintain focus in fast-moving, real-time environments

Note, this is not a Developer or Trader Role. If you are interested in these positions, we encourage you to apply on the careers page of our website.