Quantitative Researcher

QuanTech Partners; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systematic hedge fund seeks an Equities Quant Researcher for its Abu Dhabi office. The role involves supporting MENA quant equities strategies, including signal analysis and collaboration with the core investment team in London. Candidates should have a strong background in quantitative trading and proficiency in Python.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in quant/systematic equities trading/research.
• Experience in equities data signal analysis/construction techniques.
• Proficiency in Python coding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct signal and factor analysis for MENA equities.
• Research and back test systematic trading strategies.
• Collaborate with quant, data, and technology teams.
• Report and analyze strategy performance.

Skills

Signal analysis

Communication

Python programming

Job description

This leading systematic hedge fund is seeking an Equities Quant Researcher to join the UAE office supporting the operation and development of MENA quant equities strategies. The first six months of the role will be spent working with the core investment team in London.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years' experience in a quant/systematic equities trading/research
• Experience of signal analysis/construction techniques in equities data
• Proficiency in Python coding
• Strong communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Signal and factor analysis for MENA equities
• Research and back testing of systematic trading strategies
• Close collaboration with colleagues across our quant, data and technology teams
• Strategy performance reporting and analysis