Jobs at Hudson River Trading

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Hudson River Trading (HRT) is a leading proprietary trading firm that leverages cutting‑edge technology to execute high‑frequency trades across equities, options, and fixed‑income markets. Founded in 1999, HRT is headquartered in New York and operates global offices in Chicago, London, and Singapore. The company is renowned for its data‑driven culture, advanced C++ and Python infrastructure, and a focus on machine‑learning‑enabled market making.

HRT hires a blend of software engineers, data scientists, quantitative researchers, risk analysts, infrastructure specialists, and product managers. Candidates can expect a multi‑stage interview process that tests algorithmic thinking, statistical modeling, and system design. Strong coding in C++ or Python, a solid mathematics foundation, and experience with distributed systems are highly valued.

Job Transparency offers a clear view of HRT’s current 415 openings, real salary ranges, employee sentiment scores, and interview insights. With this data, you can benchmark offers, target roles that match your skill set, and prepare targeted interview materials that address the firm’s specific challenges.

Member of Technical Staff - Services

Company: Wind River

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Wind River, a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems, is seeking a Member of Technical Staff for its Certification Center of Excellence in Bangalore, India. The role involves generating software and evidence for safety-critical systems, interacting with global teams, and mentoring/training teams on software development, verification, and certification. The ideal candidate should have exemplary teaming skills, knowledge of complex, time-critical projects, understanding of embedded software development, past exposure to safety certification standards, and strong analytical and debugging skills. The company offers a dynamic work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for innovation.

Senior Python Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Senior Storage Architect

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a Storage Strategist with extensive experience in HPC environments and multi-PB storage deployments. The role involves owning the vision, planning, and execution of HRT's storage needs, collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams, and driving the development of future storage solutions. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in HPC and scale-out enterprise storage solutions, knowledge of distributed file systems, and strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $200,000 to $275,000, along with potential bonuses and benefits. HRT values a diverse workforce and fosters a culture of togetherness, openness, and innovation.

Key Account Manager

Company: Wind River

Location: Calne, United Kingdom

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Wind River, a leader in Mission Critical AI Systems, is seeking a Key Account Manager for Aerospace & Defense and Industrial sectors in EMEA. The role involves prospecting, selling, and closing new business, increasing revenue through software licenses and customer success engagement. The ideal candidate should have strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in solution selling. They must be fluent in English, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure. Benefits include a competitive benefits package, life and disease insurance, and an equal opportunity employer commitment.

Senior Systems Software Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Hudson River Trading is seeking a Systems Software Engineer with strong Python skills to develop tools for their configuration management system, SaltStack. The role involves building and maintaining tools for automating systems engineering workflows, integrating and extending configuration management modules, and troubleshooting software bugs. The ideal candidate should have a BS/MS in computer science, 5+ years of relevant experience, and a solid understanding of Linux/UNIX operating systems. HRT values a scientific approach to trading, innovation, and a culture of togetherness, welcoming a variety of expertise and diverse perspectives.

Experienced C++ Developer, Distributed Compute

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is a leading algorithmic trading firm, renowned for its advanced research environment. The company's research cluster generates all trading strategies using highly sophisticated technology. As a distributed compute engineer, you'll develop and enhance technical solutions to streamline research efficiency. Collaboration with quantitative traders and software engineers is a daily occurrence. Responsibilities include maintaining and improving resource scheduling, data caching, and job monitoring. The ideal candidate should have a strong C++ background, Python familiarity, and excellent communication skills. HRT values a diverse workforce and fosters a culture of togetherness and innovation.

Business Development Manager

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Hudson River Trading is recruiting for a Business Development Manager in Mumbai. The role involves supporting the firm's India equities and derivatives business, interacting with various third parties, and collaborating with multiple internal teams. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant field, 5+ years of experience in financial institutions or trading firms, and a strong interest in technology and trading. HRT values a scientific approach to trading, innovation, and a diverse workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Hudson River Trading?
Working at HRT means engaging in real‑time market trading while collaborating with data scientists and engineers to solve complex problems. The culture rewards curiosity, encourages experimentation, and offers generous equity packages and performance bonuses. Employees value the speed of feedback, continuous learning opportunities, and the direct impact on trading strategies.
What types of positions are available at Hudson River Trading?
HRT offers roles in software engineering, data science, quantitative research, risk management, infrastructure, product management, and operations. Current openings span junior to senior levels and focus on building low‑latency trading systems, predictive models, and robust risk controls.
How can I stand out as an applicant for HRT?
Showcase algorithmic projects, publish research or code on GitHub, and demonstrate deep understanding of financial instruments. Highlight experience with C++ or Python performance optimization, distributed computing, and statistical analysis. In interviews, articulate clear problem‑solving approaches, quantify results, and ask thoughtful questions about the firm’s technology stack and market strategy.

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