We are seeking an experienced quantitative developer with strong core development and data skills to join our principal cash equities (CRB) trading team within UBS Global Markets. This is a fast paced and collaborative team specialized in the development and management of best-in-class automated strategies in the cash equities space.
• sit within the Global Markets principal e-trading business (covering FX, PM, Rates, Credit and Equities) and develop next generation algorithmic trading solutions.
• you will be involved in every aspect of algorithmic trading: designing, back testing, implementing trading strategies and as well tracking performance.
• operate within a high-performing, fast paced quant development team, whose goals are directly aligned to the business
• you will employ analysis to help optimize systematic quoting and risk management strategies.

You should possess strong analytical skills and a passion for financial markets but also be very experienced in object oriented programming especially in Java. Proven experience in a similar role is strongly preferred.

Detailed salary information:
• New York: the salary range for this role is $205000 to $235000
The expected salary range(s) for this role as of the date of this posting is/are based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. This role may also be eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. For benefits information, please visit ubs.com/usbenefits.

Job Reference #

306765BR

City

New York

Job Type

Full Time

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Your team

The CRB trading team is at the forefront of innovation in automated trading in cash equities and has a large mandate in the bank. We aim at maximizing automation and driving trading revenues. We're an experienced and highly technical team with strong data analysis and software development skills. The team is diverse and global, and the working environment is challenging but also enjoyable. We are passionate about solving technical problems and we strive for excellence. Diversity helps us grow, together. That’s why we are committed to fostering and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. It strengthens our business and brings value to our clients.

Your expertise

• ideally 3-5 years’ worth of risk management experience
• know-how to price and trade own book of ETFs, single stocks and portfolios
• proficiency to build analysis spreadsheets for risk management
• equity analysis and modelling skills, with an ability to communicate trading ideas clearly
• bachelor’s degree or equivalent in finance, economics or other quantitative field
• regulatory licenses to trade in the United States

About us

UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.

With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?

How we hire

• strong experience in Java with exposure to low latency event-processing.
• experience in the principal cash equities/central risk book
• self-starter you can work independently
• ready for the responsibility of real ownership of deliveries
• excellent communication skills including the ability to easily understand and explain business, software, and modelling issues
• experience with industrial coding environments (version control, deployment, testing, compliance)
• knowledge of principal cash equities trading and previous work in algorithmic trading context.

Salary information

US Only: The expected salary range for this role is $205000 to $235000 based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. Please see «Your role» section for detailed salary information.

Join us

At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.