Job Description
Virtu Financial, a leading electronic trading firm renowned for its cutting-edge algorithmic trading solutions, is seeking a talented ETF Trader to join our dynamic team in Singapore. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the design, operation, and continuous improvement of high-performance algorithmic trading strategies deployed across global markets.
As an ETF Trader at Virtu Financial, you will leverage your expertise in electronic trading to optimize portfolio performance, manage risk exposure, and drive strategic growth initiatives. You will collaborate closely with our quantitative research, technology, and operations teams to develop innovative trading solutions that maintain our competitive edge in the fast-paced world of exchange-traded funds.
This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional who thrives in a technology-intensive environment and possesses a deep understanding of ETF market dynamics. You will play a critical role in executing trades, analyzing market data, and contributing to our firm's ongoing success in the Asian markets.
Virtu Financial offers a collaborative, innovation-focused culture with excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us and be part of a team that is transforming the future of electronic trading.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy high-performance algorithmic trading strategies for ETF products across Asian markets
- Execute trades efficiently while minimizing market impact and optimizing execution quality
- Monitor real-time market data, trading systems, and portfolio positions to identify opportunities and risks
- Collaborate with quantitative research and technology teams to enhance trading algorithms and infrastructure
- Analyze trading performance, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to senior management
- Stay abreast of regulatory changes, market trends, and competitor activities in the ETF space
- Contribute to the development of new ETF trading initiatives and product offerings
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal risk management policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
- 3+ years of proven experience in ETF trading, electronic trading, or algorithmic trading roles
- Strong understanding of ETF market structure, pricing mechanisms, and arbitrage opportunities
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java for trading system development
- Experience with trading platforms, order management systems, and market data providers
- Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing ETF trading in Singapore and broader Asian markets