Quantitative Researcher: Alpha Discovery & Trading Models

Point72; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 626,959 - 940,438; Full time

Job summary

Point72 is seeking a researcher to contribute to systematic trading strategies in Hong Kong. The role focuses on statistical analysis and collaboration in a research pipeline aimed at uncovering alpha opportunities in equity markets.

Ideal candidates have a quantitative background, with proficiency in Python and experience in quantitative research. The company values intellectual rigor and ethical standards in financial performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or other quantitative discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in quantitative research.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; solid knowledge in statistics, linear algebra, or machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Finding alphas in global equity markets through rigorous statistical analysis.
• Maintaining and improving the research pipeline and back-testing.
• Improving portfolio trading in production environments.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Machine learning

Python proficiency

Data processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or other quantitative discipline

Tools

Numpy

Pandas

Job description

Point72 is seeking a researcher to contribute to systematic trading strategies in Hong Kong. The role focuses on statistical analysis and collaboration in a research pipeline aimed at uncovering alpha opportunities in equity markets.

Ideal candidates have a quantitative background, with proficiency in Python and experience in quantitative research. The company values intellectual rigor and ethical standards in financial performance.