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The right candidate will have a passion for capital markets, work well in a collaborative team setting, and be a motivated self-starter.Primary Responsibilities include:Operating grey and black box algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectivesMonitoring of trading activity and positions consistently throughout the shiftPerforming research and post trade analysis using the firm's research tools on a variety of algorithmic trading strategies to improve profitability of existing models Applying expertise in market microstructure, historical tick data, and quantitative modeling to conduct research and develop new sources of alphaWorking closely with strategy developers to collaborate, propose, and test certain strategy specific code changes related to execution, pricing, and risk managementCommunicating with risk managers and internal technology groups regarding production issuesBuilding and maintaining quantitative modeling tools and analyticsWorking with back office to solve for trade breaks, position & activity reconciliation exceptions RequirementsSkills and Experience:Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, engineering, business/finance, or related field 4-6 years' experience trading financial products (e.g options, futures) Strong analytical, quantitative, and math skillsExperience with Python Ability to work independently and successfully manage multiple tasks in a complex and fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated strong work ethic and team player focused on contributing to the success of the trading deskBenefitsEagle Seven offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees.Medical PPO and HMO coverage through BlueCross BlueShieldCompany Contributions to a Health Savings Account (with enrollment into a High Deductible Health Plan)Dental coverage through PrincipalVision coverage through VSP401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer MatchCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Disability InsurancePaid Time OffFlexible Spending AccountPre-tax Transit BenefitsComplimentary Lunch and BeveragesAccess to Renovated Building Gym and Bike Room","company":"Eagle Seven","rawCompany":"eagle seven","city":"Chicago","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T11:46:09.620Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-2099.01","title":"Financial Quantitative Analysts","slug":"financial-quantitative-analysts"},{"code":"41-3031.00","title":"Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents","slug":"securities-commodities-and-financial-services-sales-agents"},{"code":"43-4011.00","title":"Brokerage Clerks","slug":"brokerage-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"523160","title":"Commodity Contracts Intermediation","slug":"commodity-contracts-intermediation"},{"code":"523150","title":"Investment Banking and Securities Intermediation","slug":"investment-banking-and-securities-intermediation"},{"code":"523940","title":"Portfolio Management and Investment Advice","slug":"portfolio-management-and-investment-advice"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Algorithmic Trader","description":"Eagle Seven is seeking an experienced Algorithmic Trader to trade futures contract listed on Eurex, ICE, and CME. 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