Tensor Portfolio Researcher for Systematic Trading

iSAM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

iSAM Tensor is a brand-new business unit launched in August 2026 to build a systematic, multi-strategy trading platform. The role is based in London and offers hands-on involvement, collaborating with developers and researchers to drive portfolio construction from idea to production.

You will work on portfolio analytics, risk management and onboarding of new strategies, contributing to platform stability and scalability in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, computer science, economics or finance.
• At least 3 years in a quant research team of a systematic trading business.
• Strong hands-on Python programming skills to conduct independent research and build robust analytical tools.
• Strong understanding of statistics, probability, portfolio construction and risk management.
• Ability to connect empirical research with practical investment implementation, including transaction costs, capacity, risk and live performance considerations.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on day-to-day responsibility of iSAM Tensor’s portfolio and risk management.
• Work closely with the development team to build a suite of portfolio analytics and monitoring infrastructure to ensure the smooth running of the platform.
• Work closely with researchers to enable the smooth onboarding of new strategies.
• Pro-actively find ways to improve all aspects of the platform.
• Support the platform in production on a support rota once certified.

Skills

Python

Statistics

Portfolio construction

Risk management

Research

Communication

Education

PhD in a quantitative discipline

Job description

iSAM Tensor is a brand-new business unit launched in August 2026 to build a systematic, multi-strategy trading platform. The role is based in London and offers hands-on involvement, collaborating with developers and researchers to drive portfolio construction from idea to production.

You will work on portfolio analytics, risk management and onboarding of new strategies, contributing to platform stability and scalability in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.