About Caxton Associates:

Caxton Associates, founded in 1983, is a global trading and investment firm with offices in New York, London, Monaco, Singapore and Dubai. Caxton Associates’ primary business is to manage client and proprietary capital through a suite of products designed to fit the specific needs of investors. Employing a multi-portfolio manager framework, Caxton excels in discretionary global macro investing, leveraging its diversified expertise across asset classes and markets.

About the role:

We are seeking a Quantitative Developer to work directly with a Portfolio Manager focused on Commodities. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and solve complex problems. This role is first and foremost for an excellent developer. The best candidates will be able to grow into a hybrid developer / researcher role.

Responsibilities:
• Work very closely with the Portfolio Manager. • Compile, clean, and manage large datasets. • Build day-to-day processes. • Develop analytic and investment tools and visuals. • Create live streaming programs to aid in the management of the portfolio. • Support the research and development of investment strategies and execution.

Requirements:
• 2-8 years of experience or an advanced degree in a quantitative field. Strong preference for computer science, engineering, or mathematics, or related field. • Great programming skills including Python and a strongly-typed object oriented programming language (e.g. Java, C, C#, C++, Rust). • Ability to handle parallel work streams and produce quality solutions quickly. • Strong attention to detail. • Independent thought and creativity. • Goal oriented mindset and a positive, energetic attitude. • Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. • Knowledge of commodities and time-series analysis is a plus. • Working knowledge of SQL and Linux is preferred. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Display and operate at the highest degree of ethics and integrity.

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