Experienced MFT Quantitative Researcher
About the job
- A master's degree in a STEM discipline, computer science, or a related quantitative field is required; a PhD is preferred.
- At least 3 years of experience in quantitative trading.
- A proven track record of profitable mid-frequency trading strategies operating on intraday to few-day horizons in APAC equities and/or futures markets.
- Strong grounding in time-series modeling, signal research, and portfolio construction across short holding periods.
- Understanding of market microstructure and the construction of mid-frequency signals from order book and tick data.
- Demonstrated success translating modern quantitative methods into profitable trading strategies.
- Experience managing stakeholders across trading and technology.
- A strategic vision for the role of machine learning and artificial intelligence in the future of systematic trading.
- Research and develop intraday to few-day quantitative alpha signals and systematic trading strategies.
- Apply modern computational techniques, including machine learning and high-performance computing, to develop scalable and effective quantitative trading models.
- Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and traders to translate models into production-ready strategies.
- Contribute to research methodology, tooling, and best practices across the global quantitative research team.
- A PhD.
About the company
Flow Traders provides liquidity in global financial markets by acting as a market maker for Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) and other listed instruments. It uses a proprietary technology platform to continuously quote bid and ask prices for thousands of ETP listings, helping buyers and sellers execute trades with tight spreads. The company earns money from the bid-ask spread and trading fees, leveraging high-frequency, low-margin trading across major markets worldwide (Americas, APAC, EMEA). Flow Traders differentiates itself through its large-scale, technology-driven approach and specialization in liquidity provision for ETPs, backed by a global footprint and a focus on reliability for institutional clients like hedge funds and asset managers. Its goal is to improve market efficiency by ensuring there are always ready buyers and sellers, while pursuing sustainable growth and responsible corporate citizenship.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 net profit reached €40.8 million, despite ETF volumes falling 14%.
- H1 2026 shareholders' equity hit €970 million, and trading capital rose to €1.15 billion.
- Tokenized-asset market grew to about $34 billion in 2Q26, supporting Flow Traders' expansion.
What critics are saying
- H1 2026 digital-assets NTI fell 36%; Bitcoin was down 33% year-to-date.
- Fixed operating expenses rose 15% in H1 2026, and guidance increased to €245 million.
- October 2025 private-credit facilities pledge intangibles; collateral stress can squeeze liquidity in 2026.
What makes Flow Traders unique
- Flow Traders' 2Q26 RoTC hit 53%, proving capital-efficient electronic market making.
- Its proprietary ETF and digital-asset pricing spans EMEA, Americas, and APAC.
- March 2026 tokenized-asset OTC liquidity gives 24/7 institutional access.
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Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance coverage
- 401(k) plan with generous match
- In-house lounge with a bar, game consoles, poker & billiards tables
- Daily catered lunch, cold brew coffee on tap and a fully stocked kitchen
- Weekly table massages and bi-weekly haircuts
- Annual company trip and a variety of events throughout the year
- Reimbursed gym membership or home equipment and other wellness initiatives
- Global rotations between our offices worldwide
- Flow Academy for continuous learning and opportunities to attend industry seminars and conferences