Quantitative Strategist: Alpha Research & Trading

WorldQuant; Paris; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical and dental insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k)

Generous PTO with unlimited sick days

Employee discounts for gym memberships

Training and development courses

Job summary

A global quantitative finance firm is looking for candidates with quantitative research experience and knowledge of systematic strategies in asset classes. The role involves supporting Portfolio Managers with research, modeling, and implementation of trading strategies. Candidates should hold a PhD or Masters degree and have 2-8 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in Python or C++. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, flexible spending accounts, and skill development training.

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of experience in quantitative research and/or quantitative development.
• Strong background in data structures and algorithms.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Portfolio Managers.

Responsibilities

• Support Portfolio Managers with alpha research and quantitative trading strategies.
• Build and maintain tools and systems for quantitative research.

Skills

Quantitative research experience

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Strong problem-solving abilities

Intimate knowledge of systematic strategies

Education

PhD or Masters degree in quantitative finance, mathematics, computer science

Tools

Linux

Job description

A global quantitative finance firm is looking for candidates with quantitative research experience and knowledge of systematic strategies in asset classes. The role involves supporting Portfolio Managers with research, modeling, and implementation of trading strategies. Candidates should hold a PhD or Masters degree and have 2-8 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in Python or C++. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, flexible spending accounts, and skill development training.