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.