Eagle Seven

Global multi-asset trading across exchanges

Energy Trader

Quantitative Trading / Algorithm DevelopmentConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChicago, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, engineering, business/finance, or a related field.
Four to six years of work experience trading financial products, such as options or futures.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and math skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A strong work ethic and a team-focused approach to contributing to the trading desk.

Responsibilities

Trade energy futures and swap markets listed on ICE and CME.
Manage all aspects of trading desk operations.
Operate grey- and black-box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk’s objectives.
Monitor trading activity and positions consistently throughout the shift.
Perform research and post-trade analysis using the firm’s research tools on algorithmic trading strategies to improve the profitability of existing models.
Work with the back office to resolve trade breaks and position and activity reconciliation exceptions.
Complete end-of-day PnL and position reporting.
Communicate with exchanges, risk managers, and internal technology groups regarding production issues.
Work closely with strategy developers to communicate and propose strategy-specific code changes related to execution, pricing, and risk management.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Python.

Energy Trader

Eagle Seven · Chicago, United States · Full-time · Posted 2020-03-18

Workplace: on_site

Department: Trading

Description

Eagle Seven is seeking an experienced Energy Trader to trade energy futures and swap markets listed on ICE and CME. The trader will be responsible for managing all aspects of trading desk operations. The right candidate will have at least four years of experience in the proprietary trading industry, a passion for capital markets, work well in a collaborative team setting and be a motivated self-starter.

Primary Responsibilities include:

Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk’s objectives
Monitoring of trading activity and positions consistently throughout the shift
Performing research and post trade analysis using the firm’s research tools on a variety of algorithmic trading strategies to improve profitability of existing models
Work with back office to solve for trade breaks, position & activity reconciliation exceptions
Completing end of day PnL and position reporting
Communicating with exchanges, risk managers and internal technology groups regarding production issues
Work closely with strategy developers in order to communicate and propose certain strategy specific code changes related to execution, pricing, and risk management

Requirements

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in statistics, mathematics, engineering, business/finance, or related field
4-6 years’ work experience trading financial products (e.g options, futures)
Strong analytical, quantitative, and math skills
Experience with Python is preferred
Ability to work independently and successfully manage multiple tasks in a complex and fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated strong work ethic and team player focused on contributing to the success of the trading desk

Benefits

Eagle Seven offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees.

Medical PPO and HMO coverage through BlueCross BlueShield
Health Savings Account (with enrollment into a High Deductible Health Plan)
Dental coverage through Guardian
Vision coverage through VSP
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax Transit Benefits
Complimentary Lunch and Beverages

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About the Company

Eagle Seven

Global multi-asset trading across exchanges

Eagle Seven operates as a global trading firm that combines the latest technology with a team of professional traders and developers to pursue high results. It runs trading strategies across a diverse set of asset classes on major exchanges around the world, using a mix of software and human expertise. The company differentiates itself by integrating a global reach, multi-asset capability, and an emphasis on independent thinking, ethics, and teamwork, rewarding individual effort while celebrating team success. Its goal is to identify and act on market opportunities worldwide to generate strong returns.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: $177M
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 2004

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