Experienced Quantitative Researcher

Flow Traders; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual company trip

Academy and development opportunities

Volunteer programs through Flow Trader

Global rotations opportunities

Wellness and healthy culture

Job summary

Flow Traders Hong Kong is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join its growing trading team. The role requires a strong mathematical background and programming proficiency to generate and backtest new trading ideas, with alpha and automated strategies as end goals.

You will work with Traders and Quant Researchers to build and refine high-frequency models, analyze large datasets, and implement sophisticated quantitative techniques in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of work experience in the field of quantitative research or related area.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Econometrics, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science or other STEM field.
• Python programming is a must; MATLAB/C++/JAVA/R or similar are beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills to manipulate large datasets.
• Ability to reason logically, deliver under pressure and take ownership.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create new trading strategies by identifying opportunities through research and analysis.
• Collaborate with Traders and Quantitative Researchers to build, test and optimize models.
• Research and analyze large financial datasets to find exploitable patterns.
• Design and implement complex quantitative models.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ownership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Econometrics/Math/Physics/Statistics/CS

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C++

Java

R

Job description

Flow Traders is looking for a Quantitative Researcher to join our growing trading team in Hong Kong. This is a unique opportunity to join a leading proprietary trading firm, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

A successful candidate is curious and seeks to provide their quantitative expertise to our trading desks. The ideal candidate must be an expert in mathematics and statistics, have an affinity for numbers and have strong programming experience. You should have an innate desire to generate and backtest new trading ideas, with generation of alpha and automated strategies as ultimate output goals. If you have the passion to solve and code mathematical problems, while having a direct impact on the business, then this opportunity is for you.

What you will do

• Create new trading strategies by identifying opportunities in the market through extensive research and analysis
• Collaborate with Traders and Quantitative Researchers to build, test and optimize current trading models
• Research and analyze large financial datasets to find exploitable patterns
• Design and implement complex quantitative models

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 3 years of work experience within the industry with prior experience working on mid to high frequency trading strategies
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Econometrics, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science or other relevant STEM fields
• Python programming knowledge is a must, experience with other scientific programming language (e.g. MATLAB, C++, JAVA, R or similar) is beneficial
• Strong analytical skills to easily manipulate large datasets
• Ability to reason logically, deliver under pressure and take ownership
• Competitive attitude, eager to learn, proactive and able to work in a team
• Excellent communication skills to be able to communicate complex problems in an efficient manner

Flow Traders does not accept unsolicited resumes from any professional staffing or search firms. All resumes, and any other information identifying potential candidates, submitted to any employee at Flow Traders via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid and signed search agreement will be deemed free to contact by Flow Traders without any restrictions and no placement fee of any kind will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Flow Traders.

What We Offer

No matter where you’re based, we offer great perks and benefits.

Attractive Compensation

Remuneration package comprised of a base salary and a discretionary variable component.

Dedicated academy with endless personal and functional development opportunities.

Exceptional Events & Social Activities

Annual company trip, holiday parties, family and sports events. There is something for everyone!

Employee Foundation

Volunteer programs for employees and charity support initiatives through the Flow Traders Foundation.

Global Rotations Opportunities

Opportunities to work in different locations to support personal growth within the company and develop your career.

Great Global Locations

Vibrant working environments, furnished with lounges, bars, gaming areas and offering lunches and coffee.

Wellness and Healthy Culture

Active lifestyle promoted by offering sports, healthy food and wellbeing programs.

Working with Great Minds

Informal working environment, with a focus on direct and open communication, entrepreneurial spirit and a driven atmosphere.