Equity Quant Research VP - Execution & Signals

Goldman Sachs; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is seeking a Quantitative Researcher for the Quantitative Execution Services team in Hong Kong. The role involves designing and optimizing algorithmic trading strategies, developing execution logic, and creating trading signals based on data analysis.

The ideal candidate must possess strong programming abilities in Python, C++, or Java and experience in electronic trading or quantitative research. Goldman Sachs offers a dynamic work environment that values collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Passion for solving complex, data-driven problems.
• Solid foundation in linear algebra, probability, and statistics.
• Excellent communication skills to present findings and influence design.

Responsibilities

• Develop internalization logic to enhance execution quality and reduce market impact.
• Create and refine trading signals using historical and real-time data.
• Build and maintain back-testing frameworks; run simulations to test robustness.
• Collaborate with Algo Developers, Strats, and Traders to deliver production-ready solutions.
• Monitor live trading performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Programming in Python, C++, or Java

Linear algebra

Probability and statistics

Data pipelines

Communication skills

Experience in electronic trading

Job description

Goldman Sachs is seeking a Quantitative Researcher for the Quantitative Execution Services team in Hong Kong. The role involves designing and optimizing algorithmic trading strategies, developing execution logic, and creating trading signals based on data analysis.

The ideal candidate must possess strong programming abilities in Python, C++, or Java and experience in electronic trading or quantitative research. Goldman Sachs offers a dynamic work environment that values collaboration and innovation.