Quantitative Researcher - Mid Freq Futures & Equities

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund seeks an experienced Quantitative Researcher for their MFT Futures and Equities team in Basildon. In this high-impact role, you will design and optimize trading strategies, collaborating with top-tier researchers. Ideal candidates will have advanced qualifications and proven expertise in algorithmic trading.

Qualifications

• Advanced academic qualifications (Master's/PhD) in a quantitative field.
• Proven experience in generating alpha in Futures market.
• Extensive proficiency in Python, C++, or Java.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize mid-frequency trading strategies for Futures and Equities.
• Explore and deploy innovative trading products and strategies.
• Assess and refine strategies to align with market conditions.

Skills

Quantitative trading

Algorithmic trading strategies

Machine learning techniques

Programming languages

Data analysis

Education

Master's/PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Computer Science

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basildon, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Quantitative Researcher – Mid Freq Futures & Equities

A world-renowned hedge fund is seeking an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join their MFT Futures and Equities team. This role will focus on mid-frequency trading, with responsibility for the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced trading strategies. You will collaborate with a highly skilled team of researchers and engineers, driving continuous performance improvements and leading innovation in quantitative trading.

Responsibilities:

• Explore and deploy innovative trading products and strategies to diversify portfolios and enhance risk-adjusted returns
• Design, implement, and optimize mid-frequency algorithmic trading strategies for Futures and Equities markets.
• Regularly assess and refine strategies to ensure they remain aligned with evolving market conditions and operational objectives.
• Work closely with leading quantitative researchers and engineers to improve existing strategies and identify new trading opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Advanced academic qualifications (Master's/PhD) in a quantitative field, such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in generating alpha and developing high-performing signals within the Futures market.
• Strong background in quantitative trading, with specific expertise in mid-frequency Futures strategies or comparable asset classes.
• Extensive proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
• Deep expertise in machine learning techniques and tools, with a focus on their application in strategy development and optimisation.

This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned quantitative researcher to make a significant impact within mid-frequency futures and Equities markets. If you are driven by the pursuit of innovation in algorithmic trading and are looking for a challenging, high-impact role, we invite you to apply.