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.

Experienced Low Level Software Engineer (C++)

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: London, United Kingdom

Posted Oct 02, 2024

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking highly skilled programmers to join their team. The role involves working on small, productive teams that design, improve, and maintain the technology for worldwide trading. HRT values collaboration, a performance-driven environment, and continuous learning. The ideal candidate is a top developer in their current organization, capable of working independently and as part of a team, with superior design, debugging, and problem-solving skills. Advanced C++ experience is required, and knowledge of UNIX operating systems, system/processor performance, and network communication is preferred. HRT fosters a culture of togetherness, openness, and transparency, valuing diverse perspectives and equal opportunities.

Pediatrics - Hospitalist Physician Job with Great River Health in West Burlington, IA

Company: Great River Health System, Inc.

Location: West Burlington, Iowa

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The text describes a highly positive work environment at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center. The medical staff appreciate the flexible scheduling, amazing gym, lack of local competition, and financial stability. They also value the open door policy with administration, the community's family-friendly nature, and the excellent educational and recreational options. The health system offers a 380-bed facility, onsite daycare, a wide range of benefits, and a vibrant riverfront community. The location provides easy access to Chicago and St. Louis, and a lower cost of living. The GRHS Credo emphasizes respect, commitment, responsibility, effective communication, ownership, and empowering people.

Student Volunteer- Unclassified Duties

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) offers unpaid internships year-round, lasting 12 weeks to 12 months. Duties vary based on the department and office. The internship program provides valuable experience for educational and professional growth.

Attorney-Advisor (Commission Attorney Honors Program)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The CFTC Attorney Honors Program provides participants with the opportunity to gain expertise through rotations and work with various staff members on projects and assignments.

Psychiatry - Child Physician Job with Great River Health in West Burlington, IA

Company: Great River Health System, Inc.

Location: West Burlington, Iowa

Posted Sep 30, 2024

Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington is seeking a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist for their growing outpatient clinic. The position offers a lucrative compensation package, 7 weeks of vacation, malpractice insurance, relocation assistance, and potential loan forgiveness. The health system is financially stable, with a 380-bed capacity and over 240 providers on staff. Benefits include onsite daycare, a fully appointed gym, and a vibrant, safe community with excellent educational and recreational options. Iowa offers a lower cost of living and home costs, with access to city amenities and outdoor activities.

Systems Engineer - Research & Development

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: Colorado, CO

Posted Sep 30, 2024

Hudson River Trading is looking for Systems Engineers to join their Research and Development team. The team builds and maintains a large distributed compute cluster and is responsible for scaling and keeping the HighPerformance Computing environment running smoothly.

Attorney-Advisor (Commission Attorney Honors Program)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The CFTC Attorney Honors Program provides participants with the opportunity to gain expertise through rotations and work with various staff members on projects and assignments.

Student Volunteer- Unclassified Duties (General Legal)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) offers unpaid internships year-round, lasting 12 weeks to 12 months. Duties vary based on the department and office. The internship program provides valuable experience for educational and professional growth.

Attorney-Advisor (Commission Attorney Honors Program)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The CFTC Attorney Honors Program provides participants with the opportunity to gain expertise through rotations and work with various staff members on projects and assignments.

Electronic Options Trader

Company: Wolverine Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The job posting is for an experienced electronic option trader to join Wolverine's Option Market Making Desk. The company prides itself on fostering a collegial environment and offers competitive benefits and perks.

Student Volunteer- Unclassified Duties

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 30, 2024

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) offers unpaid internships year-round, lasting 12 weeks to 12 months. Duties vary based on the department and office. The internship program provides valuable experience for educational and professional growth.

Student Volunteer- Unclassified Duties (General Legal)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) offers unpaid internships year-round, lasting 12 weeks to 12 months. Duties vary based on the department and office. The internship program provides valuable experience for educational and professional growth.

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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