What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quant Trader position at Voloridge, LLC?
Voloridge Investment Management was founded by David Vogel in 2009 and is based in Jupiter, FL. We incorporate advanced data science and mathematics into our systematic, market neutral investment strategies to exploit alpha opportunities we consider unique in financial markets. Our firm is comprised of award-winning predictive modelers, experienced data analysts, advanced technologists, and a group of dynamic business professionals.
We are seeking a motivated Quant Trader to join our entrepreneurial team, where collaboration, resilience, and humility drive success. The ideal candidate brings a strong record of results, sharp attention to detail, and the flexibility to step beyond core responsibilities when needed. Our traders excel under pressure, staying calm and effective in fast-moving, time-sensitive situations. In this role, you will work closely with operations, technology, research, management, and external brokers to support all aspects of trading, including execution, market research, portfolio analysis, and process improvement. The position requires rotational overnight coverage during Asian market hours.
Summary of Job Functions
- Provide rotational overnight coverage (3–6 months per year)
- Monitor systematic trading books and overnight processes
- Apply rigorous attention to detail to minimize errors and risk
- Build and refine applications, data pipelines, and reporting tools to support trading operations and pre/post-trade analysis
- Contribute to process improvements that strengthen risk controls and trading efficiency
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and external brokers
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics)
- Strong proficiency in Python, with advanced analytics capabilities
- Experience with SQL Server and Excel
- Proven ability in data manipulation and analysis
- Strong sense of ownership and ability to work independently within a collaborative team
- Willingness to work onsite daily in our Jupiter, FL office
Preferred Skills and Previous Experience
- Background as a Quantitative Trader, Analyst, or Researcher
- Experience supporting or developing electronic trading systems
- Familiarity with equity and futures market data
- Exposure to transaction cost analysis (TCA)
- Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and/or microservices
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
- Profit-sharing bonus tied to performance
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) plan
- Office perks including catered meals, a fresh salad bar, in-office massages, and a health club membership
Voloridge Investment Management is an SEC registered investment advisor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.