About the Role Z1 Tech is launching a new proprietary quantitative trading initiative. We are seeking an entrepreneurial Quantitative Trader / Researcher to design, build, and deploy automated, systematic intraday trading strategies.

As an early hire for this initiative, you will work closely with the CEO as part of this zero to one project and have end-to-end ownership, from data analysis and alpha generation to execution logic. This is a greenfield opportunity ideal for a quant who wants to avoid corporate bureaucracy and see their models deployed directly to live markets with a highly competitive layout.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy Development: Design, backtest, and implement systematic, high‑frequency/intraday scalping strategies with a core focus on highly liquid index derivatives (e.g., SPX options/futures).

Execution Optimization: Develop and refine automated execution algorithms to minimize slippage and optimize fill rates in fast‑moving ma...