Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from MA Capital U.S. LLC
Job overview
The Futures Portfolio Manager at MA Capital U.S. LLC develops and manages systematic trading strategies for CME and EUREX futures, impacting the firm's trading success and profitability.
Responsibilities and impact
The PM designs and implements systematic trading strategies, manages portfolio risk within firm parameters, uses Python or C++ to build and optimize strategies, analyzes performance data, and focuses on CME, ICE, and EUREX futures markets.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers highly competitive profit and loss splits up to 50%, a startup environment with agile decision-making, proprietary low-latency trading infrastructure, flexible work locations including Chicago and New York with possible remote options, and professional development opportunities.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 3+ years of experience in D1 products, preferably in CME and EUREX futures trading, a proven track record of profitable strategy development, proficiency in Python or C++, strong risk management knowledge, and expertise in market microstructure and regulatory compliance.
Career development
The role provides opportunities to grow and refine trading strategies using cutting-edge technology and proprietary infrastructure, supporting professional growth in a technology-driven trading environment.
Work environment and culture
MA Capital U.S. LLC values innovation, efficiency, transparency, and provides a flexible, entrepreneurial, and technology-focused work environment.
Company information
MA Capital U.S. LLC is a proprietary trading firm specializing in systematic and semi-systematic strategies across multiple asset classes, leveraging quantitative research and technology to capitalize on global financial markets.
Job location and travel
The job is based in Chicago or New York offices with potential for remote work options discussed individually with candidates.
Unique job features
The job features a proprietary ultra-low latency trading platform enabling plug-and-play access to global exchanges, a high profit-sharing model up to 50%, and a focus on systematic trading in a startup-like environment.
Company overview
MA Capital U.S. LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois, operating from 141 West Jackson Blvd. The company focuses on uncovering hidden market opportunities and specializes in volatility and cross-product arbitrage. With a team of 10 to 19 employees, MA Capital generates revenue between $1 million and $5 million. The firm is known for its nimble trading strategies aimed at maximizing alpha generation and offers roles such as quantitative traders and risk analysts.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in developing systematic trading strategies, particularly for CME and EUREX futures, emphasizing any work with HFT or MFT environments to align with MA Capital's focus.
Emphasize your quantitative background, proficiency in Python or C++, and a proven track record of profitability in futures trading, along with strong risk management skills and knowledge of market microstructure.
Apply through multiple channels including MA Capital U.S. LLC's corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed for the Futures Portfolio Manager role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current traders or portfolio managers at MA Capital, using ice breakers like commenting on recent market trends they’ve traded or asking about their experience with the firm’s proprietary trading platform.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'systematic trading strategies,' 'CME futures,' 'EUREX futures,' 'Python,' 'C++,' 'risk management,' and 'high-frequency trading' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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