Experienced Quantitative Researcher - Cambridge

Quantbox Research; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-driven research firm in Cambridge is seeking an Experienced Quantitative Researcher to build and fit predictive models using deep learning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C++ and Python, along with a solid grasp of data structures and algorithms. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid vacation and medical insurance, in a casual and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

4 Weeks of paid vacation

Medical insurance

International team outing

Qualifications

• Practical experience building and researching deep learning models.
• Track record of publishing research or working on novel techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop fitting techniques for predictive models using deep learning.
• Apply deep learning techniques to complex datasets.
• Develop new methodologies for the problem domain.

Skills

C++

Python

Understanding of data structures and algorithms

Experience with Linux/Unix

Creative problem solving

Job description

Experienced Quantitative Researcher - Cambridge

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Quantbox is a technology‑driven proprietary trading firm that specializes in systematic alpha research and electronic market‑making on various exchanges. We trade across a multitude of asset classes and trading venues with significant market share and are looking for a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join us in our Cambridge office to help in building our predictive models.

As an experienced researcher you’ll have practical experience building, researching and fitting deep learning models. You might have a track record of publishing research or working on novel techniques in a more proprietary domain but in either case you’ll be developing the fitting techniques as opposed to just using them. Your work at Quantbox will involve applying deep learning techniques to complex and noisy datasets, and developing new methodologies appropriate to our problem domain. Financial markets experience is optional for this role.

Your deep learning experience is complimented by specific proficiency in the following areas:

• C++
• Python
• A strong understanding of data structures and algorithms
• Experience with Linux/Unix
• Ability to think independently and use creative approach in problem solving

Quantbox is a place of friends and colleagues, where people convert their passion into action. We believe in togetherness that brings out the best in ourselves and our Company. Our open and casual work culture gives you the space to innovate and deliver. Everyone on the team is approachable.

Employee remuneration packages are reviewed regularly to ensure that they remain competitive. In recognition of our employees’ contributions and performance, for full time permanent roles we provide:

• Competitive compensation
• 4 Weeks of paid vacation
• Medical insurance
• International team outing

Quantbox is an equal opportunities employer.