Quantitative Analyst (Research) �- Python �- Financial Markets

IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis); London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in business analysis seeks a quantitative analyst skilled in Python development. This role involves implementing quantitative research frameworks and requires strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial markets, and relevant experience. The position is initially a six-month contract with potential for permanence.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in a quantitative role.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Solid understanding of financial markets, ideally equities.

Responsibilities

• Implement quantitative research frameworks using Python.
• Integrate models, algorithms, and analytics.
• Work closely with quantitative analysts and researchers.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Software engineering principles

Financial markets understanding

CI/CD

Education

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related field

Tools

Matplotlib

Plotly

pandas

numpy

Job description

You will work closely with quantitative analysts and researchers to implement quantitative research frameworks in Python, including integrating models, algorithms, analytics, and research tools.

This role is ideally suited for someone with strong Python development skills, a solid understanding of software engineering principles, and a high level of numeracy to work with quantitative research methodologies and frameworks.

You should apply for this role if you have:

• 4-6 years of total commercial/post-graduation experience, ideally in a quantitative role in the financial markets
• Solid understanding of financial markets and products, ideally equities
• Strong Python skills, including data analysis libraries and visualization tools (Matplotlib, Plotly, pandas, numpy)
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and practices, including CI/CD
• A degree or master's in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field

This is a £500-£550/day PAYE role, initially a six-month contract, which may convert to a permanent position in the medium term. The role is based in London.