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

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 148,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund in London seeks a Data Scientist to develop and test quant signals directly impacting trading decisions. You'll work closely with the Portfolio Manager in a small team, using Python to handle extensive datasets and innovate through unique signal analysis. This role offers a competitive salary of £160k plus performance-based bonuses in a positive and friendly work environment.

Benefits

Potential for strong bonuses

Greenfield work opportunities

Positive company culture

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and testing quant signals.
• Proficiency in handling massive datasets.
• Ability to work on a small, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test quant signals and algorithms.
• Feed signals through the Portfolio Manager's models.
• Work on unusual signals to estimate occupancy.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Quantitative analysis

Signal processing

Job description

Job DescriptionSalary: £160k base + strong PnL-tied bonus

Unique oppportunity 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. This role will involve:

• 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, to all jobs, 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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