Quantitative Researcher – Vol Mid Frequency

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de trading prop mondiale recherche un chercheur quantitatif pour développer des stratégies innovantes de volatilité. Vous travaillerez en étroite collaboration avec des traders, des technologues et des gestionnaires de risques pour générer de l'alpha et optimiser la performance des stratégies. Si vous êtes enthousiaste à l'idée de faire un impact significatif dans le trading haute fréquence, cette opportunité est faite pour vous.

Qualifications

• Avoir au moins 3 ans d'expérience dans le développement de stratégies de volatilité MFT.
• Compétences en codage dans des langages tels que Python, C++ ou Java.
• Diplôme dans un domaine quantitatif tel que Mathématiques, Physique, Statistiques.

Responsibilities

• Développer et maintenir des stratégies MFT pour garantir une exécution optimale.
• Gérer l'équipe de chercheurs quantitatifs et promouvoir l'innovation.
• Effectuer des tests de performances et de stress sur les stratégies.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Quantitative Analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Physics

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Statistics

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Computer Science

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Quantitative Researcher – Vol Mid Frequency

A global prop trading company is hiring for Vol MFT researcher, you will spearhead innovative research efforts, focusing on creating and optimizing volatility-based strategies using advanced quantitative methods. Your primary responsibilities will be to generate consistent alpha while managing risk and optimising strategy performance. Working closely with some of the top traders, technologists, and risk managers, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of researchers, contributing directly to the firm's success

Main Responsibilities:

• Drive alpha generation by developing innovative signals and implementing cutting-edge strategies
• Develop and maintain MFT strategies to ensure maximum efficiency in strategy execution
• Perform comprehensive back testing and stress testing to assess the performance of strategies across different market conditions
• Guide and mentor a team of quantitative researchers and analysts, promoting innovation and collaboration within the group

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven track record of 3yrs
• History of developing and executing MFT Volatility Strategies
• Proficient coding skills in languages such as Python, C++, or Java
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related Quantitative disciplines

This is a rare opportunity to work with top portfolio managers to optimise execution and performance. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in high-frequency trading and are enthusiastic about advancing your career at a leading proprietary trading firm, this position is ideal for you.