High-Frequency Trading / Market MakerFounded 2006

GTS

GTS is a quantitative electronic market making firm and one of the largest designated market makers (DMMs) on the New York Stock Exchange. They use technology and quantitative models to provide liquidity across equities, ETFs, options, and fixed income markets. GTS acquired Barclays' electronic market-making franchise and has grown to become a major presence in U.S. equity markets. They handle approximately 5% of daily U.S. equity cash volume.

Headquarters
New York, NY
Employees
300+
Entry-Level Pay (est.)
$200K – $350K
Senior Pay (est.)
$350K – $550K

Roles at GTS

Quantitative DeveloperSoftware EngineerQuantitative ResearcherTrading Technologist

Key Skills Required

C++PythonMarket MicrostructureLow-Latency SystemsStatistics

How to Get Hired

GTS recruits through their careers page and university events. The interview process involves coding assessments, quantitative problem-solving, and discussions about market structure. They offer roles in quantitative research, software engineering, and trading technology. Applications are submitted through their website.

Compensation at GTS

Bands below are industry estimates from aggregated public signals—not confirmed by GTS. Actual offers depend on role, office, performance, and year.

Entry-Level / Graduate (estimated total)
$200K – $350K
Typically base plus bonus; varies widely
Senior / Experienced (estimated total)
$350K – $550K
Typically base plus bonus; varies widely

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