Graduate PhD Quant Trader: Hybrid Research-to-Trading

Susquehanna International Group, LLP; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education program

Competitive remuneration

Private healthcare

Gym allowances

Fully stocked kitchen

Relocation package

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group in Sydney invites applications for a Graduate Quantitative Systematic Trader (PhD: 2026). You will blend quantitative research with trading to develop electronic strategies, backtest ideas, and monitor live performance on fast-moving markets.

The role emphasizes Python development and low-level programming skills, collaboration with technologists and researchers, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, data-driven environment on a global trading floor.

Qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or Economics.
• Solid, analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent logical reasoning.
• Strong communication skills in a fast-paced and/or highly collaborative environment are essential.
• Experience writing code to process and analyze large sets of data, especially in Python.
• Experience in C++ or other low level programming languages is a plus.
• Demonstrated interest in strategic games and/or competitive activities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate ideas by immersing in market data and using mathematics, statistics, and programming.
• Backtest trading signals to assess performance and robustness.
• Collaborate with technologists to put profitable signals into production.
• Monitor real-time performance and adapt strategies on the trading floor.
• Engage with researchers, strategists, and traders to brainstorm improvements.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Python programming

Quantitative mindset

Strong communication

Logical reasoning

Education

PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Susquehanna International Group in Sydney invites applications for a Graduate Quantitative Systematic Trader (PhD: 2026). You will blend quantitative research with trading to develop electronic strategies, backtest ideas, and monitor live performance on fast-moving markets.

The role emphasizes Python development and low-level programming skills, collaboration with technologists and researchers, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, data-driven environment on a global trading floor.