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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Project Manager

Company: Red River

Location: Washington DC

Posted Oct 03, 2024

The Project Manager will manage customer projects, provide exceptional customer service, and maintain high standards of professionalism. The role requires strong communication skills, project planning, and risk management. The ideal candidate should have a CAPM or PMP certification and experience with HWSW professional services projects.

Systems Software Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 02, 2024

The job posting is for a Systems Software Engineer position at Hudson River Trading, requiring strong Python skills and experience with Unix. The role involves building and maintaining tools, troubleshooting software bugs, and helping set the direction for the Systems Python platform. The company values diversity, openness, and transparency, and offers a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on their infrastructure.

Strategic Account Manager - Telco

Company: Wind River

Location: Stockholm, Sweden

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Wind River, a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems, is seeking a Strategic Account Manager with a strong entrepreneurial background. The role involves developing, fostering, and maintaining long-term strategic business relationships in key target accounts within the European Telco market. The successful candidate will be required to engage clients at the most senior levels, position Wind River in all direct sales engagements, and collaborate with the Wind River telco Ecosystem. The ideal candidate should have a strong and comprehensive understanding of the Telco & Networking sector, major account planning experience, and significant experience as an individual contributor consistently exceeding assigned quota.

Operations Analyst, ACH

Company: Cross River

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Cross River is a financial technology company that provides innovative payment and lending solutions. The company is backed by leading investors and serves major fintech and technology companies. It is committed to building infrastructure for financial inclusion and democratization of financial services.

Senior Business Development Executive (COCOMS + SOF)

Company: Red River

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 02, 2024

The job posting is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to lead the US Combatant Commands and Special Operations Forces business development. The ideal candidate will have experience in business development, marketing, and proposal management, and will be responsible for growing the opportunity pipeline, partnering with leadership, and driving collaboration across the organization.

Software Architect – Cloud Native and Linux Applications

Company: Wind River

Location: Gunnison, CO

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Wind River is seeking a Cloud Native & Linux application development and delivery PT/Architect with 10+ years of cloud development experience. The role involves designing, developing, and deploying Kubernetes as a distributed OS, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring software requirements are met. Key responsibilities include architecting cloud-native solutions, building a Kubernetes distribution, fixing defects, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and driving innovation. Desirable skills include experience in ML models, NLP, LLM, and Knowledge Graph. Benefits include flexible work schedule, competitive salary, and comprehensive health insurance.

Systems Support Engineer I (Sun-Thurs 8:30 to 5:00)

Company: Red River

Location: Washington DC

Posted Oct 03, 2024

The job posting is for a Systems Support Engineer I at Red River, responsible for handling customer technical support requests, troubleshooting, and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate should have IT experience, strong troubleshooting and communication skills, and be able to work in a team-based environment.

Systems Software Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 02, 2024

The Systems Development team is seeking a Systems Software Engineer with strong Python skills and Unix experience. The role involves tool development, improving and integrating existing tools, and designing new ones to enhance trading, research, installation, and monitoring systems. The position offers a significant impact on critical infrastructure and a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000. Hudson River Trading (HRT) values a scientific approach to trading, innovation, and a diverse staff. The company culture is collaborative, transparent, and inclusive.

Risk Manager - Commodities

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Hudson River Trading is hiring a Commodities Risk Manager for their NYC office. The role involves designing, improving, and managing market and liquidity risk for commodities instruments and strategies. The company is looking for a candidate with 7+ years of experience as a risk manager, strong understanding of the commodities landscape, and excellent communication skills.

Expression of Interest | C++ Software Engineer

Company: IMC Trading

Location: Other US Location

Posted Oct 02, 2024

The job posting is for a software engineer position at IMC, a leading trading firm. The role involves developing and maintaining applications and automations for trading teams and hardware development and execution teams. The company is looking for someone with strong programming skills in C++ and experience in latest versions of C++ is highly desirable.

Python Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: Singapore

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Hudson River Trading (HRT) offers a highly productive and efficient work environment for Python Engineers. The company values a scientific approach to trading and encourages innovation in algorithmic trading. Python Engineers at HRT have the opportunity to work on a variety of high-impact projects, collaborate with researchers and engineers, and use the latest technologies and techniques. The company culture is open, transparent, and values diverse perspectives. Qualifications include a degree in Computer Science or related field, extensive Python experience, and strong problem-solving skills.

Senior Windows Engineer

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Hudson River Trading is seeking a Senior Windows Engineer with extensive experience in Microsoft-based technologies. The role involves improving Windows platform reliability through automation, designing monitoring systems, and implementing configuration as code. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in PowerShell, orchestration platforms, and log aggregation systems. HRT values a scientific approach to trading, innovation, and a diverse workforce. The company culture is collaborative, transparent, and inclusive.

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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