Key Responsibilities

Monitor and trade commodity markets including Energy, Metals, Agricultural Products, and Soft Commodities.
Develop, execute, and manage quantitative and discretionary trading strategies within defined risk parameters.
Analyze market microstructure, order flow, price action, and macroeconomic factors impacting commodity markets.
Collaborate with Quant Researchers, Data Scientists, and Technology teams to identify and implement profitable trading opportunities.
Generate trading ideas through statistical analysis, market research, and data-driven insights.
Continuously evaluate strategy performance and recommend improvements to enhance profitability and execution efficiency.
Manage portfolio exposure, position sizing, and risk in accordance with firm guidelines.
Monitor market news, economic releases, geopolitical developments, and supply-demand dynamics affecting commodity prices.
Assist in backtesting and validating new trading models and execution frameworks.
Maintain detailed trade records and performance reports.

Required Qualification

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline
5+ years of experience trading commodities in Proprietary Trading, Hedge Funds, Investment Banks, Commodity Trading Firms, or Quantitative Trading Firms
Strong understanding of commodity markets, derivatives, futures, and options
Knowledge of market microstructure and electronic trading environments
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools
Ability to make informed decisions under pressure in fast-moving market conditions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in systematic, quantitative, HFT, or MFT trading environments.
Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or C++.
Understanding of statistical modeling, time-series analysis, and quantitative research methodologies.
Knowledge of exchange-traded commodity products across domestic and global markets.
Experience working with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data systems.

Commodity Trader