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Quant Researcher

  • We are looking for a Quantitative Researcher to design, develop, and optimize systematic trading strategies, with a strong focus on options and derivatives markets. The role involves researching market opportunities, backtesting and refining trading strategies, implementing risk management frameworks, and automating execution and analysis workflows. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills in Python and C++, a solid understanding of financial markets and derivatives, and experience in quantitative strategy development, backtesting, and algorithmic trading infrastructure within a fast-paced trading environment.

  • Responsibilities

    Design and implement quantitative trading strategies, fine-tuning execution parameters and performance metrics.
    Develop and analyze strategy variants, incorporating diverse market conditions and optimization techniques.
    Implement risk management mechanisms such as dynamic stop-loss and exit strategies to enhance stability.
    Research, design, and develop profitable options strategies aligned with real-time market conditions.

  • Explore and test indicator-driven approaches to improve trade selection and efficiency.

  • Backtest and optimize various trading strategies (e.g., simple, discount-based, butterfly, rolling, and hedging strategies), evaluating profit potential and risk exposure.

  • Automate strategy execution and daily updates to streamline backtesting, analysis, and real-time monitoring.

    Requirements

    Strong programming skills in Python and C++ (experience with NumPy, Pandas, and other data libraries is a plus).

  • Understanding of financial markets, derivatives, and quantitative trading concepts.

  • Experience with backtesting and performance analysis of trading strategies.

  • Familiarity with algorithmic trading infrastructure and execution systems.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment.

  • Prior experience in quantitative research, trading, or algorithmic strategy development.

  • Knowledge of options trading and derivatives pricing models.

  • Experience with real-time data analysis and automation in trading workflows.

Why should you join us?

Collaborative Culture-
Work with highly skilled peers in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment where ideas are encouraged and teamwork drives success.

Cutting-Edge Technology-
Be part of an industry that sits at the intersection of finance and advanced technology, building high-performance trading systems and innovative infrastructure.

Competitive Compensation-
We offer industry-leading compensation that rewards performance and impact.

Benefits-
Catered breakfast & lunch, well-stocked pantry, group health insurance, and 4 weeks of annual leave in addition to market holidays.

Tech
Full Time
Onsite
Gurugram
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Linux Administrator

We are looking for a Linux Administrator to join our HFT team. This role manages and optimizes bare-metal Linux servers that power our trading systems. It’s not regular IT infrastructure — here, microseconds matter, and the focus is on performance tuning and stability. You’ll work closely with systems connected directly to stock exchanges, handling real-time market data and order flow. Stability and low latency during live market hours are extremely critical. This is a high-ownership role. During market hours, the systems must be extremely stable. You’ll be involved in monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving issues quickly because downtime directly impacts trading. You’ll work very closely with developers, quants, and trading teams to optimize infrastructure performance and support new strategy deployments.

Responsibilities

● Perform regular health checks and monitoring of overall infrastructure

● Configure, deploy, and manage Linux services on bare-metal servers

● Manage and maintain SLURM clusters and distributed storage system

● Handle networking setup including routing, VLANs, bonding, and NIC tuning

● Server provisioning, OS installation, and infrastructure standardization

● Manage drivers, packages, kernel modules, and firmware updates

● Perform performance tuning, overclocking, and low-latency optimizations

● Benchmark different kernels, server configurations, and hardware setups

● Automate routine operational tasks using scripts and configuration tools

● Troubleshoot system, network, and performance-related issues Required Skills

● Hands-on experience with Linux system administration (RHEL/CentOS/Rocky/Alma)

● Basic understanding of server hardware, BIOS, firmware, and networking

● Knowledge of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, routing, and VLANs

● Shell scripting (Bash); Python is a plus

● Exposure to automation tools like Ansible or similar

● Familiarity with performance and benchmarking tools (fio, iperf, sysbench, perf)

Good to have

● Exposure to SLURM or HPC environments

● Knowledge of distributed storage (Ceph, GlusterFS, Lustre, NFS)

● Understanding of kernel tuning, NUMA, CPU pinning, and HugePages

● Experience with low-latency or high-performance computing environments

● Exposure to data center or bare-metal infrastructure

Why should you join us?

● Collaborative Culture-
Work with highly skilled peers in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment where ideas are encouraged and teamwork drives success.

● Cutting-Edge Technology-
Be part of an industry that sits at the intersection of finance and advanced technology, building high-performance trading systems and innovative infrastructure.

Competitive Compensation-
We offer industry-leading compensation that rewards performance and impact.

● Benefits-
Catered breakfast & lunch, well-stocked pantry, group health insurance, and 4 weeks of annual leave in addition to market holidays.

Tech
Full Time
Onsite
Gurugram
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Network Engineer

We are looking for a Network Engineer to support and optimize network infrastructure in a high-performance trading environment. The role involves monitoring and improving network performance, troubleshooting production issues across colocation, office, and data center environments, and supporting firewall and Linux-based systems used in live trading. The ideal candidate will have experience with routing and switching, network security, multicast protocols, and Linux systems, along with relevant certifications such as CCNA/CCNP. Experience in financial markets or HFT environments, along with exposure to automation and monitoring tools, will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

Maximize network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages, scheduling upgrades, network optimization.

Providing hands-on network support for production issues related to Colo/trading, office, and data center environments

Support and Administer firewall environments

Upgrade data network equipment to the latest stable firmware releases

Provide direct technical support of Linux and related technology in a production/live trading environment

Provide direct technical support for networking issues and related areas in the production/live trading environment on Linux servers.

Knowledge of Multicast routing, PIM, IGMP protocols etc.

Assisting Networking monitoring and troubleshooting of Linux based servers, including supporting hardware changes, software installations, and upgrades

Experience & Qualifications

Engineering degree in Computer Science (preferred) or any other discipline with 2- 4 years of experience ( preferably with an HFT)

Certification CCNP /CCNA in Routing & Switching

Exposure to AWS will be an advantage

Ability to set up and configure server hardware.

Expertise with VPNs (IPSec VPN, SSL VPN, Site-To Site VPN) and Firewall (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto)

Experience in Routing and Switching (VLANs, Inter VLAN routing, VTP, STP, EtherChannel, Layer 3, BGP, Static routing, Dynamic Routing Protocols)

Experience in Firewall and Security

Knowledge of Linux and Shell/Python scripting

Hands-on experience in Monitoring Tools, preferably in the financial industry

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple high-priority projects

Ability to learn new technologies quickly

Good communication skills

Why should you join us?

Collaborative Culture
Work with highly skilled peers in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment where ideas are encouraged and teamwork drives success.

Cutting-Edge Technology
Be part of the HFT industry that sits at the intersection of finance and advanced technology, building high-performance trading systems and innovative infrastructure.

Competitive Compensation
We offer industry-leading compensation that rewards performance and impact.

Benefits
Catered breakfast & lunch, well-stocked pantry, group health insurance, and 4 weeks of annual leave in addition to market holidays.

Tech
Full Time
Onsite
Gurugram
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Backend Developer

We are seeking a Software Engineer to develop and maintain high-performance applications supporting trading and internal systems. The role involves building scalable solutions using Python and Django, optimizing data workflows, deploying code to production, and resolving technical issues in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in PostgreSQL, Git, and Linux, with experience in data handling using pandas and NumPy. Familiarity with Redis, WebSockets, and scripting is a plus, along with an interest in financial markets or trading systems.

Responsibilities


Analyze and troubleshoot challenges affecting the efficiency of processes and software.

Design, develop, and implement effective engineering solutions.

Write, test, and maintain reliable, high-performance code.

Deploy code to production environments and monitor its performance.

Identify and resolve production issues quickly and effectively.

Qualifications


0–2 years of professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (preferred).

Proficiency in Python and Django development.

Strong expertise in PostgreSQL and Git for database and version control management.

Familiarity with pandas and NumPy for data handling and optimization.

Additional knowledge of Redis, WebSockets, and Bash scripting is a strong plus.

Working knowledge of Linux operating systems.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Trading knowledge is a plus.

Why should you join us?

Collaborative Culture
Work with highly skilled peers in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment where ideas are encouraged and teamwork drives success.

Cutting-Edge Technology
Be part of the HFT industry that sits at the intersection of finance and advanced technology, building high-performance trading systems and innovative infrastructure.

Competitive Compensation
We offer industry-leading compensation that rewards performance and impact.

Benefits
Catered breakfast & lunch, well-stocked pantry, group health insurance, and 4 weeks of annual leave in addition to market holidays.

Tech
Full Time
Onsite
Gurugram
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Linux Support Engineer

Role Summary

We are looking for a Linux Support Engineer to manage, monitor, and support Linux-based systems and infrastructure. The role involves troubleshooting Linux-related issues, ensuring system stability, and providing technical support to internal teams for business-critical applications.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day support for Linux servers (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu)

  • Monitor system performance, availability, and security

  • Troubleshoot Linux OS, application, and network-related issues

  • Manage user access, permissions, and system configurations

  • Perform system updates, patching, and backups

  • Handle server logs, process monitoring, and disk management

  • Coordinate with application, network, and security teams for issue resolution

  • Support deployment and maintenance of applications on Linux servers

  • Ensure uptime of trading, back-office, and internal applications

  • Document incidents, root cause analysis, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)


Technical Skills Required

  • Strong hands-on experience with Linux OS administration

  • Knowledge of shell scripting (Bash)

  • Basic understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, SSH)

  • Experience with system monitoring tools and log analysis

  • Familiarity with firewall rules and security best practices

  • Exposure to databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) is a plus

  • Experience in financial services or stock broking domain is an advantage


Soft Skills

  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

  • Ability to work under pressure in a production environment

  • Good communication and coordination skills

  • Willingness to provide support during critical hours, if required


Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

  • Relevant Linux certifications (RHCE/RHCSA) are a plus

Operations
Full Time
Onsite
Delhi
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Product Manager

At Pace, we’re proud to offer innovative products that meet the needs of our customers. To help us continue expanding our offerings, we’re in search of an experienced product manager to lead a multidisciplinary development team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for gaps in consumer product offerings and an innovative mindset for filling them. This person should be a highly skilled market analyst with a proven ability to strategize the full lifecycle of a product, from conception to release. We’re looking for a confident leader who can guide cross-functional teams in the creation of products that improve customer experience and grow market share.

Objectives of this role

  • Drive the product- and business-planning processes for cross-functional teams

  • Analyze customer needs, current market trends, and potential partnerships from an ROI and build-vs.-buy perspective

  • Assess current competitor offerings and seek opportunities for differentiation

  • Analyze product requirements and develop appropriate programs to ensure they’re met

  • Develop, implement, and maintain production timelines across multiple departments

  • Appraise new product ideas and strategize appropriate go-to-market plans

Responsibilities

  • Drive the execution of all processes in the product lifecycle, including product and market research, competitor analysis, planning, positioning, requirements and roadmap development, and product launch

  • Translate product strategy into detailed requirements for prototyping and final development by engineering teams

  • Create product strategy documents that describe business cases, high-level use cases, technical requirements, revenue, and ROI

  • Analyze market data to develop sales strategies, and define product objectives for effective marketing communications

  • Collaborate closely with engineering, production, marketing, and sales teams in the development, QA, and release of products, and balance resources to ensure success for the entire organization

  • Develop product positioning and messaging that differentiates [Company X] across primary market segments

Required skills and qualifications

  • Strong experience in a dynamic product management role

  • Proven success in overseeing all elements of the product development lifecycle

  • High effectiveness in managing cross-functional teams

  • Experience in delivering finely tuned product marketing strategies

  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, combined with strong presentation and public speaking skills

Preferred skills and qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in product design or engineering

  • Previous experience in software and web development

  • Proven success as a product developer in a nonmanagerial role

  • Demonstrable knowledge of SEM (search engine marketing) and online advertising

Product
Full Time
Onsite
Delhi
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Risk Disclosure on Derivatives

  • 9 out of 10 individual traders in equity Futures and Options Segment, incurred net losses.
  • On an average, loss makers registered net trading loss close to ₹ 50,000
  • Over and above the net trading losses incurred, loss makers expended an additional 28% of net trading losses as transaction costs.
  • Those making net trading profits, incurred between 15% to 50% of such profits as transaction cost.

Source:

SEBI study dated January 25, 2023 on “Analysis of Profit and Loss of Individual Traders dealing in equity Futures and Options (F&O) Segment”, wherein Aggregate Level findings are based on annual Profit/Loss incurred by individual traders in equity F&O during FY 2021-22.

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