Quantitative Researcher - Systematic

What You’ll Do

• Analyze market data to come up with economic and microstructure hypotheses
• Build predictive and explanatory models to describe financial markets
• Add revenue by applying thorough research processes to real life business problems
• Conduct independent, high quality research in quantitative finance
• Communicate complex ideas and research results effectively, both in writing and verbally
• Drive innovation and results through analytical prowess and business acumen

What We’re Looking For

• PhD in Science or Engineering fields (e.g. Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Electrical Engineering) strongly preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Quantitative Researcher in a top systematic trading team
• Demonstrable track record of generating positive PnL
• Advanced programming skills and experience with the software development lifecycle
• Proven ability to blend academic rigor with practical application in fast-paced trading environments
• Unwavering commitment to quality, coupled with a drive for delivering commercial outcomes
• Python skills including Numpy and Pandas libraries

Nice to Haves

• Experience with a wide variety of market and alternative data
• Expertise in US options markets, options pricing models, volatility surfaces, and risk management techniques
• Strong track record of publications in an industry setting

Compensation

The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.

Salary Range $200,000—$300,000 USD

Our Benefits

• Most teams at CTC, with the exception of Trading, follow a hybrid workplace model, subject to change based on business need.
• We strongly believe in the well-being of our employees and their families so we offer outstanding benefits to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous time off, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, free breakfast and lunch (plus healthy snacks, of course), wellness reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience.
• (Disclaimer: interns and contractors are not eligible for benefits at CTC)

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• At CTC, we aim to cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and each person feels included, engaged and empowered. Where each of us feels we belong.
• We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
• CDC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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