Quantitative Researcher: Turn Ideas into Trading Signals

Susquehanna International Group, LLP; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education program

Culture & growth

Bonus potential

Healthcare & gym

Kitchen & meals

Social events

Visa sponsorship & relocation

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group, LLP is seeking accomplished researchers to advance careers in quantitative finance. You will dive into market data, applying mathematics, statistics, and programming to develop trading signals and backtest ideas.

Collaboration with technologists and traders is essential to productionize results and continuously improve strategies. The role requires a PhD in a quantitative field, exceptional mathematical skills, and strong communication in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative field such as mathematics, physics, statistics, electrical engineering, computer science, operations research, or economics.
• Exceptional mathematical problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills in a fast-paced and/or highly collaborative environment are essential.
• Strong, practical computing skills; a specific language proficiency is less important than your ability to get computers to accomplish tasks efficiently and reliably.
• Experience working on in-depth research projects.
• Finance experience is not a requirement.
• Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Investigate ideas by immersing in market data using mathematics, statistics, and programming.
• Contribute to the lifecycle from idea to potential trading signal and backtest results.
• Collaborate with technologists to backtest and productionize trading signals.
• Iteratively optimize performance of trading strategies as they evolve.
• Engage with researchers, strategists, and traders to collect feedback and brainstorm new ideas.
• Bridge academia and industry through orientation programs and ongoing learning.

Skills

Quantitative research

Mathematics

Statistics

Programming

Education

PhD in quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

C++

Job description

Susquehanna International Group, LLP is seeking accomplished researchers to advance careers in quantitative finance. You will dive into market data, applying mathematics, statistics, and programming to develop trading signals and backtest ideas.

Collaboration with technologists and traders is essential to productionize results and continuously improve strategies. The role requires a PhD in a quantitative field, exceptional mathematical skills, and strong communication in a fast-paced,