Senior Quantitative Researcher - Delta One

What You'll Do

• Lead alpha research across delta-one products — from signal ideation and backtesting through strategy iteration, production handoff, and ongoing monitoring
• Develop predictive signals and models spanning high-frequency microstructure, intraday, and medium-frequency opportunities
• Analyze signal performance, strategy attribution, and model behavior to identify improvements as market conditions evolve
• Contribute to delta hedging, execution, and pricing research that improves trading performance across the firm
• Collaborate with traders and engineers to improve research infrastructure, simulation quality, and data pipelines
• Mentor junior researchers and help raise the quality and rigor of the research process

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in quantitative research, systematic trading, market making, or a closely related environment, with a demonstrated track record of developing signals, models, or analytics with measurable trading impact
• Strong statistical intuition and advanced Python proficiency, with hands-on experience working with large market datasets and designing rigorous backtests and simulations
• Deep understanding of market microstructure, execution, risk, and the practical challenges of moving research into production
• Able to generate independent hypotheses and collaborate effectively with traders, researchers, and engineers
• Clear communicator with high ownership, intellectual curiosity, and a bias toward thorough, repeatable research

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.

Benefits

• Generous time off
• Insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Free breakfast and lunch (plus healthy snacks, of course)
• Wellness reimbursement
• Various other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience

Disclaimer

Interns and contractors are not eligible for benefits at CTC

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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. We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CTC 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. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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