Job summary
Company overview
Old Mission is a global market-making firm that specializes in providing liquidity across a wide range of asset classes, including equities, options, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The company generates revenue by leveraging its proprietary technology and quantitative strategies to facilitate efficient trading and price discovery, thus earning profits from bid-ask spreads and trading volumes. Founded in 2008, Old Mission has established itself as a key player in the financial markets, known for its innovative approach and commitment to transparency. Its history of technological advancement and strategic growth has positioned it as a trusted partner for exchanges and institutional clients worldwide.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in quantitative and systematic trading, particularly in cash equities and equity derivatives, highlighting your full stack trading strategy development skills from model generation to risk management.
Showcase your proficiency in Python and C++ programming, and your ability to collaborate with engineering and research teams to develop proprietary trading strategies and pricing models.
Apply through multiple channels including Old Mission's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other reputable job boards to maximize your application visibility for the Systematic Equity Trader role.
Connect with current employees in Old Mission's trading or research divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent market trends, their team's research publications, or expressing genuine interest in their low-latency trading infrastructure.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key phrases from the job description such as 'systematic equity trading,' 'quantitative trading,' 'Python,' 'C++,' 'risk management,' and 'model implementation' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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