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.

Futures Trader Precious Metals

Company: Geneva Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 11, 2024

Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with a focus on trading excellence and technological innovation. They are seeking a futures trader to supplement their Precious Metals and Base Metals trading desks.

Client Services Specialist

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 12, 2024

Hudson River Trading is seeking a Client Services Specialist to join their team. The role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for technology. The company values openness, transparency, and diversity, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Media Branding & Communications Coordinator

Company: Belvedere Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 09, 2024

Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm seeking a Branding amp Communications Coordinator. The company values diversity and inclusion, and is committed to providing a positive environment for its employees.

Software Engineer - Entry Level 2025

Company: Belvedere Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 09, 2024

Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm that values high-performance proprietary development, intellectual curiosity, and passion. They are looking for software engineers to develop low-latency trading systems and are committed to providing a positive environment for their employees.

Portfolio Manager

Company: Atto Trading Technologies

Location: Miami, FL

Posted Aug 12, 2024

Atto Trading is a quantitative trading firm that is building a global diverse team to trade global markets. The firm is looking for individuals with a strong background in quantitative disciplines to develop and manage trading strategies.

Trading Engineer

Company: IMC Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 09, 2024

IMC is a leading trading firm looking for a multitalented Trading Engineer to join their strategy development team. The ideal candidate will provide technical support to traders and developers, troubleshoot issues, and develop automation tools. The company is known for its advanced technology and world-class execution capabilities.

Compiler Engineer

Company: Jump Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 12, 2024

Jump Trading Group is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and individual talent. They are seeking a Sr Compiler Engineer to join their team and develop compilers, debuggers, and tools for their in-house SoCs. The company offers a range of benefits, including a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $200,000.

Quantitative Trading Intern - Summer 2025

Company: Belvedere Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 09, 2024

Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm that offers a Quantitative Trading Internship program. The program provides hands-on experience in trading, research, and development, and is open to students who are passionate about technology and financial markets.

Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2025

Company: Belvedere Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 09, 2024

Belvedere Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm that values high-performance proprietary development, intellectual curiosity, and teamwork. They offer a unique internship program, Belvedere Trading University, to teach software engineer interns about trading and proprietary systems.

Electronic Option Trader

Company: Wolverine Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 11, 2024

Wolverine is looking for an experienced electronic option trader to join their team. The company prides itself on fostering a collegial environment and offers a range of benefits and perks. The role involves managing risk and execution across multiple products, conducting research, and collaborating with other traders and engineers.

Data Strategist

Company: Hudson River Trading

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2024

Hudson River Trading is seeking a Data Strategist to support their data strategy and business development functions. The role involves project management, data management, communication, and research. The company offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $175,000 and a culture of openness, transparency, and togetherness.

OTC Oil Desk Lead

Company: Geneva Trading

Location: Other US Location

Posted Aug 11, 2024

Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with a focus on trading excellence, technological innovation, and a culture of integrity and collaboration. They are seeking a seasoned trader in OTC oil commodities to spearhead their rapidly expanding operations.

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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