Quantitative Researcher – Experienced Hire

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

Job summary

SIG is a global quantitative trading firm renowned for its rigorous approach to model-based trading and probabilistic thinking. This role targets quantitative researchers with strong Python skills and a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, and related fields.

We value candidates with at least two years of experience in quantitative research within the securities industry and a growth-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial models and markets, particularly in financial derivatives.
• Excellent communication skills and an entrepreneurial and growth-oriented attitude.
• Exceptional analytical skills, particularly in identifying opportunities in large datasets.
• At least two years of professional experience in a relevant quantitative research role in the securities industry.

Skills

Python

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Growth mindset

Education

Math/Physics/Statistics/CS/EE degree

PhD preferred

Tools

OOP concepts

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Job description

Overview

About SIG

SIG is a global quantitative trading firm founded by a group of friends who share a passion for game theory and probabilistic thinking. We have incorporated this approach into our culture, where you will find relentless problem solvers within each of our core disciplines: Trading, Technology, and Quantitative Research. From offices around the world, our employees collaborate to make optimal decisions and are driven by the desire to achieve winning results together.

What we do

We are experts in trading essentially all listed financial products and asset classes, with a focus on derivatives trading. Through market making and market taking, we handle millions of trading transactions around the world every day, providing liquidity and ensuring competitive prices for buyers and sellers. While our presence in the market is broad, our trading desks are highly specialized, allowing for a deep understanding of unique drivers of each asset class.

What we’re looking for

What we’re looking for:

1. Strong understanding of financial models and markets, particularly in financial derivatives.
2. Excellent communication skills, and an entrepreneurial and growth-oriented attitude.
3. Exceptional analytical skills, particularly in identifying opportunities in large datasets.
4. Strong educational background in mathematics, physics, statistics, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field (Ph.D. or equivalent will be highly regarded).
5. At least two years of professional experience in a relevant quantitative research role in the securities industry.
6. Strong skills in Python, and experience in object-oriented programming (OOP) is desirable.

We don’t post salary ranges externally so any salary estimate you see listed on a third party website was not provided by SIG and may not be accurate.

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