Desk Quant Strategist, USD Rates (Asia Hours)

Morgan Stanley; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Desk Quant Strategist in Hong Kong or Tokyo to take ownership of quantitative models supporting USD rates trading during Asian hours. You will work with traders in Asia and coordinate with teams in New York and EMEA to deliver pricing, yield curve modeling and risk analytics.

The role requires a Master’s or higher in a quantitative field, 2+ years in a related role (5+ years preferred), and strong Python with additional experience in KDB/Q, C++ or Scala.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in mathematics, physics, computer science, or related quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 2 years in quantitative strategy/trading/research; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong Python programming; knowledge of KDB/Q, C++ or Scala is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own development and maintenance of front‑office quantitative models for pricing, yield curves, risk and position management.
• Partner with traders to identify pricing dislocations and trading opportunities; back-test strategies and translate needs into robust models.
• Analyze market microstructure using market data and automate monitoring of market conditions, risk and trading activity.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure model integration, performance and governance.

Skills

Python

KDB/Q

C++

Education

Master's degree or higher in quantitative field

Tools

KDB/Q

C++

Scala

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Desk Quant Strategist in Hong Kong or Tokyo to take ownership of quantitative models supporting USD rates trading during Asian hours. You will work with traders in Asia and coordinate with teams in New York and EMEA to deliver pricing, yield curve modeling and risk analytics.

The role requires a Master’s or higher in a quantitative field, 2+ years in a related role (5+ years preferred), and strong Python with additional experience in KDB/Q, C++ or Scala.