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.

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Exchange Connectivity Analyst

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Hudson River Trading is recruiting for an Exchange Connectivity Analyst to join their Market Structure Analytics team. The role involves employing data-driven methodologies to optimize HRT's interaction with financial markets. Key responsibilities include analyzing network and exchange protocol captures, researching exchange features, automating metric collection, and conducting experiments to improve trading infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Data Analytics, proficiency in Python, and experience in latency reduction, preferably in finance.

Senior IT Systems Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 15, 2024

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join their IT Solutions Delivery team. The role involves architecting, engineering, and implementing systems and automation for IT operations, identity and access management, and more. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of enterprise SaaS operations, IAM best practices, and experience with multiple SaaS platforms. The position requires proficiency in a programming/scripting language (Python preferred), solid Linux systems administration skills, and excellent organizational, communication, and project management abilities. The annual base salary range is $150,000 to $200,000, with potential for a sign-on bonus and discretionary performance bonus. HRT values a diverse staff and fosters a culture of togetherness, openness, and transparency.

Systematic Options Trader

Company: Wolverine Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Oct 16, 2024

Wolverine is a financial institution seeking an experienced quantitative traderresearcher to join their options marketmaking desk. The ideal candidate has a passion for defining exchange-facing marketmaking algorithms and identifying options pricing volatility signals. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Algo Web Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 16, 2024

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking an Algo Web Engineer to join their team. The role involves building UIs and backend processes to support Algo Developers and Traders in managing research and trading processes. This includes executing manual trades, assessing risk, and researching improvements to strategies. The engineer will work with ADs, Core Engineers, and others to build backend processes for data ingestion and transformation, and front ends for data visualization. The role offers the opportunity to propose new features or products and see the direct impact of their work on HRT's success. HRT values a scientific approach to trading, innovation in algorithmic trading, and a diverse workforce.

Systems Software Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a Systems Software Engineer with strong Python skills to join their Systems Development team. The role involves tool development, improving and integrating existing tools, and designing new ones to enhance trading, research, installation, and monitoring systems. The engineer will also troubleshoot software bugs, write configuration management code, and help set the direction for the Systems Python platform. HRT values a scientific approach to trading, innovation, and a diverse workforce. The ideal candidate will have a BS/MS in computer science, 2+ years of relevant experience, and a solid understanding of Linux/UNIX operating systems.

HPC Network Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: Boston, MA

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Hudson River Trading is seeking a Network Engineer with experience in large-scale HPC environments. The role involves network design, project management, and collaboration with various teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to travel internationally. The company offers a competitive salary and a collaborative, diverse work environment.

C++ Software Engineer (WEX) - Immediate Start

Company: Wolverine Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Oct 16, 2024

The job posting is seeking smart and motivated developers to join the team of Software Engineers responsible for the evolution of the trading platform. The role involves full cycle development, communication with stakeholders, and providing insights on how to optimize the system. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Data Strategist

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 16, 2024

Hudson River Trading is hiring a Data Strategist with up to 4 years of experience, preferably from a trading firm or data vendor. The role involves project management, data management, communication, research, and technical proficiency in Linux, Python, and Excel. The company offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $175,000, along with benefits and a culture that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.

Front End Developer

Company: Belvedere Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm that is looking for a Front Developer to create functional user interfaces for their trading systems. The ideal candidate will have strong fundamental software development skills and experience with React and Redux.

Trading Application Support- 8:00pm - 4:00am Shift

Company: Wolverine Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Oct 16, 2024

The job posting is for a primary trade and technical support resource for Wolverine Execution Services, a financial institution. The role involves providing comprehensive support to trading application users, handling support requests, and working with vendors and developers. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits, and perks such as free breakfast and lunch, an onsite gym, and frequent company outings.

Workplace Manager

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Hudson River Trading is seeking an experienced Office Manager for a temporary role in Austin. The ideal candidate will oversee day-to-day operational tasks, manage reception duties, handle mail, maintain office supplies, and ensure a positive visitor experience. They will collaborate closely with People Operations and other teams, and engage employees through creative initiatives. Qualifications include 2+ years of relevant experience, proficiency in G-Suite and MacOS, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Team Lead - Front End Engineering

Company: Belvedere Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Oct 17, 2024

Belvedere Trading is looking for a self-starter with a track record of success to join their Front End Development team. The team lead will work closely with end users to ensure a positive and engaging user experience, and will collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to develop solutions for trading systems.

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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