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Quant Researcher/Trader

Selby Jennings · New York, NY · 2 days ago
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About the role

This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced researchers, traders, and engineers in a fast-paced environment where ideas can move quickly from research to production. The firm operates across a diverse range of electronic markets and is known for its entrepreneurial culture, lean team structure, and technology-driven approach to trading.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on trading strategies across global electronic markets.
  • Analyze large datasets to identify alpha opportunities and market inefficiencies.
  • Partner closely with traders and developers to improve existing strategies and develop new ones.
  • Monitor live trading performance and investigate anomalies.
  • Contribute directly to the trading process, from idea generation through implementation.

Qualifications

  • Strong quantitative background in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Python and/or C++.
  • Experience working with large datasets and statistical analysis.
  • Passion for financial markets and systematic trading.
  • Prior internship or professional experience in quantitative research, trading, data science, or a related field is a plus.

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