Quantitative Machine Learning Engineer – Forex / CFD Trading
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Industry: Forex / Financial Services Location: UAE Experience Required: Minimum 2 years Job Title: Quantitative Machine Learning Engineer – Forex / CFD Trading Compensation: Top-tier (fixed + performance-linked) We want someone who can build alpha, not just models.
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Experience Required:** Minimum 2 years
**Job Title:** Quantitative Machine Learning Engineer – Forex / CFD Trading
**Compensation:** Top-tier (fixed + performance-linked)
We want someone who can build alpha, not just models.
We are a fast-growing Forex brokerage looking for a Quant + ML Engineer who can turn data into profitable trading and risk strategies.
If you understand markets, microstructure, and machine learning - and can ship production systems -this role is for you.
What You’ll Own
Design and deploy alpha-generating models (price prediction, order flow, volatility regimes)
Build real-time trading signals using tick-level and execution data
Develop client behavior models (flow toxicity, segmentation, profitability prediction)
Optimize execution, spreads, and slippage using data-driven methods
Work closely with dealing desk on A-book / B-book optimization
Create low-latency, production-grade ML pipelines
What You Must Bring
Strong background in quantitative finance, statistics, or machine learning
Deep understanding of time-series modeling & market microstructure
Advanced Python skills (NumPy, Pandas, vectorization, performance optimization)
Experience building and deploying models (TensorFlow / PyTorch / XGBoost)
Ability to work with high-frequency / tick-level data
Proven ability to translate models into PnL impact
Strong Edge If You Have
Experience in Forex / CFD brokerage or prop trading
Familiarity with MetaTrader 5 / MetaTrader 4 ecosystems
Knowledge of liquidity aggregation, LP behavior, and execution flow
Experience with backtesting frameworks & live trading systems
Exposure to reinforcement learning or advanced quant strategies
Why Join Us
Direct impact on trading profitability and strategy
Work with real capital, real flow, real markets
Freedom to experiment, build, and deploy
Compensation aligned with performance and results
Job Type: Full-time
- Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month
- Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(S)
- What is your current Salary Package (AED) ?
- What is your expecting Salary Package ( AED) ?
- Are you available to Join Immediately ?
- Please provide the Forex Firm/broker name you have worked with ?
Experience
- Forex Industry: 2 years (Required)
Language
- English (Preferred)
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