Optiver is looking for entry level Data Scientists in our Chicago office. At Optiver you will leverage statistical analysis and data mining to assist in developing new trading strategies as well as refine existing ones. You will be responsible for quantitative analysis, research, and tool development. As members of the Trading Team, Data Scientists collaborate with Traders to creatively solve complex problems.

What you’ll do:

• Quantitatively analyze trade and market data
• Use a multitude of mathematical techniques to identify patterns in financial markets
• Collaborate with Senior Traders and Data Scientists to develop strategies based on identified patterns
• Rigorously back-test prototyped trading strategies

What you’ll need:

• 0-1 year of internship or research experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics or STEM related field
• Proficiency with a programming language, preferably Python
• Solid understanding of statistics
• Experience with large data sets
• The ability to think independently and work collaboratively with Traders and Developers
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening.

Who we are:

Optiver is a leading global trading firm. We provide the most up-to-date and competitive prices to anyone wanting to buy or sell financial instruments. Achieving this requires excellence in everything we do. We constantly look for opportunities to advance and improve our pricing, trade execution, and risk management. This rigorous approach helps us realize our mission each and every day: improve the markets.

*We accept one application per role per year. If you have previously applied to the Data Scientist position during this season and have been unsuccessful, you can reapply once the next recruitment season begins in 2020.