Entry Level PhD Quant Researchers/Programmers-Statistics/ Maths/ Machine Learning-£80K

Eka Finance; London; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite hedge fund is on the lookout for a talented PhD Quant Researcher/Programmer to join their high-frequency trading team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced strategists, utilizing your quantitative and programming skills to optimize trading strategies. You will engage in designing systems using C++ or Java, while also analyzing data to enhance existing models. This position is perfect for those eager to learn about high-frequency trading and make impactful contributions in a fast-paced environment. Join a world-class team and elevate your career in quantitative finance.

Qualifications

• PhD from a top-tier university in a quantitative field.
• Strong academic record with achievements in quantitative research.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems in C++ or Java.
• Analyze data to optimize existing models and contribute strategy ideas.

Skills

Quantitative Research

Programming (C++/Java)

Statistical Analysis

Machine Learning

Education

PhD in Computer Science

PhD in Mathematics

PhD in Operations Research

Job description

Entry Level PhD Quant Researchers/Programmers - Statistics/Maths/Machine Learning - £80K

The high-frequency trading team of a top-tier Hedge Fund is seeking a world-class PhD Researcher/Programmer to join an elite team of PhDs.

The group researches, defines, and optimizes high-frequency trading strategies that leverage cutting-edge technology to improve speed and market access for better trading outcomes.

Working closely with an experienced Quant Strategist, you will utilize your quantitative, research, analytical, and programming skills to gather, house, and analyze data to optimize existing models. As your experience grows, you will be expected to contribute your own strategy ideas. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about multiple asset classes and high-frequency trading while leveraging your computational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Designing and developing systems built in C++ or Java
• Utilizing quantitative, research, analytical, and programming skills to gather, house, and analyze data
• Contributing strategy ideas as experience grows
• Learning about multiple asset classes and high-frequency trading

Qualifications:

• PhD from a top-tier university in Computer Science or other quantitative fields such as Signal Processing, Data Mining, Mathematics, Operations Research, etc.
• Strong academic record with professional achievements in quantitative research or technology
• Research experience in academia or research labs preferred
• Experience in financial markets is a plus but not mandatory
• Process-driven problem-solving approach and intellectual curiosity in quantitative finance

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