Data Scientist / Quant (Macro Trading Pod)- Global Hedge Fund

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund in London is seeking a Data Scientist to join a small macro trading pod. The role involves developing and testing quant signals and algorithms in Python, working with large datasets, and influencing key trading decisions. The position offers a competitive salary of £160k plus bonuses tied to profits from your work. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Significant bonuses tied to performance

Greenfield work with a big impact

Positive and friendly culture

Qualifications

• Experience with developing and testing quantitative signals and algorithms.
• Ability to work with massive datasets.
• Familiarity with various signal types including technical and unique signals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test quant signals and algorithms.
• Feed signals through the Portfolio Manager's models.
• Work on large datasets.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Python programming

Data handling

Job description

Overview

Salary: £160k base + strong PnL-tied bonus

Unique opportunity for a Data Scientist / data-heavy Quant to join one of the world's most prestigious and successful hedge funds.

The successful candidate will join a small macro trading pod, working directly with the Portfolio Manager and will directly impact trading decisions and bottom line of money-making.

Responsibilities

• Developing and testing quant signals and algorithms (typically Python)
• Feeding signals through the PM's models to monetise them
• Working on massive datasets
• A wide range of signals: from standard technical signals (price / volume), all the way through to more unusual signals, e.g. "hotel wifi connections" to estimate occupancy, etc.

Benefits & Incentives

• Significant salary + potential for very strong bonuses as will be tied to the profits made from your input
• Greenfield work / big impact in a small team
• Positive, friendly culture and rewarding place to work

Whilst we carefully review all applications, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.

Contact

If you feel you're suitable for this role, want to hear about similar positions, or would like help hiring similar developers for your company, please send your CV or get in touch:

Richard Allan
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