Quantitative Researcher
How You Will Make An Impact
- Extract predictive signals from financial data through both traditional statistical analysis methods and cutting edge machine learning techniques
- Assist software developers to translate research strategies into production software
- Optimize the order execution and risk management of our trading system
- Create robust solutions to problems presented in the trading environment
- Formulate and apply mathematical modeling techniques to enhance existing trading strategies and perform innovative new research with the goal of identifying and capturing trading opportunities
- Automate human-decision based trading strategies; prototype algorithmic trades from trading ideas
Requirements
A degree in a technical discipline with a focus on statistics, machine learning, signal processing, optimization and control graduating between December 2026 and August 2027 (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD)
Expertise in programming using Python, R, MATLAB, or C++ for conducting research
The proactive ability to take the lead on assignments and deliver practical research results in a timely manner
Qualifications
Significant hands-on experience applying machine learning algorithms to real world problems
Strong problem-solving and statistics skills
Benefits
Annual base salary range: $250,000 to $300,000
Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
Comprehensive suite of employee benefits including:
- Group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance
- 401k (with discretionary employer match)
- Short and long-term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Health savings accounts
- Flexible spending accounts
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