To get a job, get tech savvy

We've seen a really interesting move over the past few years to meld the trading function with technology. One indication is that the divide between the traders and the system-developing geeks has been obscured somewhat. The rise of so-many financial engineering programs reflects the movement. ITG is out front in recognizing that it needs employees at all levels who are tech-savvy as well as trading-savvy. It has overhauled its recruiting practices to reflect its needs, according to Advanced Trading. Quant-types are, of course, still in heavy demand. But ITG is pushing its focus on technology skills to traders as well. There's a fine line between the system-creating geeks and the actual traders. Of course, a foreign language would help, too.  

For more:
- here's the Advanced Trading article