Trader Assistant / Developer - UK

Position overview

Support the Equity Long/Short systematic portfolio within BTG Pactual Global Asset Management by combining trading execution with quantitative and development expertise.

Responsabilities

• Execution: Execute daily trades for the Equity Long/Short systematic portfolio.


• Quantitative Tools: Develop and maintain statistical tools to control portfolio performance and monitor risk metrics.


• Collaboration: Partner with middle-office, back-office, and tech support teams on daily tasks and projects.


• Infrastructure & Data: Manage and optimize the model database and backend infrastructure, ensuring data quality and integrity.


• Continuous Improvement: Support the end-to-end development lifecycle of proprietary trading models and tools.

Required Qualifications

• Programming: High proficiency in Python and C#.


• Data Management: Strong SQL skills and experience with database management.


• Storage Architecture: Familiarity with efficient data formats, such as Parquet files.


• Cloud: Experience deploying or managing workflows in AWS.


• Quant Knowledge: A solid grasp of statistics and its application to portfolio management.


• Financial Markets: Knowledge of the listed equities market.


• Seniority: 1-3 years of work experience.

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent professional experience


• Analytical Rigor: Exceptional attention to detail in high-stakes environments.


• Proactive Problem Solver: Ability to work independently and troubleshoot complex systems under pressure.


• Drive: Results-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and a desire to innovate within the systematic space.