Susquehanna International Group
Technical Data Analyst (Mar 2021)
Opportunity expired
Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- Apply by 1 Apr 2021
- Start date 4 Mar 2021
Overview
Are you passionate about automating and optimising data systems? Enjoy using technology to problem solve? Interested in how you can turn these passions into a career?
SIGSydney is on the lookout for a bright and friendly recent graduate who is interested in data systems and how they relate to the world around them to join our Quantitative Research team as a Technical Data Analyst.
SIG is one of the world's largest market makers, with a unique approach to trading, technology, and research. While this background puts us at the top of our game, what really makes us successful is our quantitative approach to decision making and the collaboration between our employees.
Technical Data Analyst
Our Data Technical Analysts work with our Quant Researchers to improve the performance of our data analysis, using best practice in both optimisation and automation to have a positive impact on trading outcomes. You will interact closely with technology teams based locally and globally to provide business solutions in a fast and efficient manner. You will play a key role in influencing SIG's data environment.
Working within a team, you will be responsible for:
- Measurement and monitoring of system performance
- Working with and organising large data sets
- Assisting the Development and Infrastructure Teams in the analysis of trading and related hardware and software systems
What we're looking for
- Recent graduate
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Data Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering or related field
- Demonstrated functional Python skills (required) and some knowledge of C++ or a willingness to learn on the job
- Comfortable handling, processing, and analysing data
- Energetic and enthusiastic approach with strong attention to detail and excellent collaborative skills
- Our Edge
Competitive salary
- Fully-stocked kitchen, including breakfast and daily catered lunch
- Casual dress code
- On-site gym for SIG employees with 24hr access
- Authentic social community (basketball team, gaming)
- 360 degree view of Sydney's Harbors (it really is Sydney's best office view)
- Sustainable & environmentally friendly office
- Customised learning and development plan
Interview Process
Apply -> Coding Test -> Recruiter Interview -> Technical Phone Interview -> Final On-site Interview -> Offer
We don't post salary ranges externally so any salary estimate you see listed on a third-party website was not provided by SIG and may not be accurate.
SIG is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at SIG via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of SIG, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by SIG.
Reviews
My responsibility is to help our traders gain an advantage in the markets in a few ways, such as recommending trades on breaking news, determining how information is disseminated, and providing valuation and analysis on situations in the markets. I try to understand what factors are driving price movements and ensure that our opinions are reflected in products that we trade.
Most of the time is intellectually stimulating with fun/interesting challenges on most days.
Day to day responsibilities include providing opinions on breaking news, preparing for events that we can trade on, and providing opinions to trades.
About the employer
Susquehanna International Group
4.6
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Trading
Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm where you will learn something new every day and solve problems that have never been solved before.
Pros and cons of working at Susquehanna International Group
Pros
I was given the opportunity to dive headfirst into the complex trading systems and start adding new functionality.
There is less micro-management compared to other companies, and there is a lot of room to grow and learn from more senior co-workers.
Everyday we're provided with breakfast snacks, multiple lunch options, and a cornucopia of pick-me-up treats.
Best training program any grad can receive ever. The effort and resources which go into you are unrivaled.
Compensation is very competitive, reviewed frequently, and portion is tied to the success of the business as a whole.
Cons
Working at Susquehanna can be very challenging and sometimes quite tiring.
Environment is more fast-paced and high-pressure which isn't for everyone.
The hours for researchers and traders are not very flexible as they are tied to market hours.
Pretty much no fluidity or choice in being able to move around desks
Generally, you take on more responsibility and coverage as you gain more experience at the firm. SIG doesn't have a structured title process like other financial firms (e.g. if you start as a trader or equity analyst, your role stays the same)