Global Markets - Electronic Products, AES Quantitative Research Specialist, ASO/ VP/DIR (New York) EQT_16325

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Global Markets - Electronic Products, AES Quantitative Research Specialist, ASO/ VP/DIR (New York) EQT_16325

Credit Suisse Company Overview

Credit Suisse is a leading global wealth manager with strong investment banking and asset management capabilities. Founded in 1856, Credit Suisse has expanded to be a global force employing over 45,000 people in 50 countries. With new leadership, a new strategy and a streamlined global organization, we are set for growth. We partner across businesses, divisions and regions to create innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients—and to help our employees grow. It is a high priority for us to continually invest in our employees by providing ongoing opportunities for training, networking and mobility. Join us and let's shape the future of Credit Suisse together.

We Offer...

The Advanced Execution Services team at Credit Suisse is well known as the pioneer of algorithmic trading on Wall Street, and to this day commands pride of place among the leaders of the industry.

Responsibilities:
·  The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for researching and improving the quantitative performance of the trading strategies. Microstructure research, market impact analysis, fills rate analysis, etc. Knowledge gleaned from this research will in turn be used to improve the general performance of all the trading strategies, as well as make them more consistent and rein in outlier behavior.
·  The Researcher will contribute to adapting existing strategies to new markets and new asset classes, as well as to the design and analyze new trading strategies as well as signal generation, optimization, risk safeguard design, etc.
·  The Researcher will be responsible for communication with the Algo development teams, the client research team and our counterparts globally. As such communication skills are critical for this role.

You Offer...

Skills and Background:
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or other similar quantitative field.

The candidate must be comfortable and productive in a Linux environment.
Proficiency in R (or Matlab or some statistical scripting language) is a must.
Some expertise in C++ is expected.
·  2+ years of experience in the Finance Industry.
·  2+ years experience with Algorithmic Trading.
·  2+ years of Quantitative
·  Research experience
·  Buy Side experience is preferred
·  Strong communication skills

EEO Statement

Credit Suisse is an equal opportunity employer. Welcoming diversity gives us a competitive advantage in the global marketplace and drives our success.

Desired profile

You Offer...

Skills and Background:
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or other similar quantitative field.

The candidate must be comfortable and productive in a Linux environment.
Proficiency in R (or Matlab or some statistical scripting language) is a must.
Some expertise in C++ is expected.
·  2+ years of experience in the Finance Industry.
·  2+ years experience with Algorithmic Trading.
·  2+ years of Quantitative
·  Research experience
·  Buy Side experience is preferred
·  Strong communication skills