Quantitative Researcher Intern

y-intercept; Hong Kong; Sur place; HKD 360 000 - 600 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Y-Intercept (Hong Kong) Limited is a quantitative investment management firm focused on delivering high-quality returns through tested strategies across asset classes and global markets. The team values curiosity, hard work, and continuous learning in a collaborative environment.

The role involves assisting in modeling, performance analysis, and data-driven research to support the investment process. Central, Hong Kong-based office with a merit-focused, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed an advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, finance or quantitative discipline.
• Solid foundation in probability and statistics; familiarity with ML, time-series or pattern recognition.
• Proficiency in Matlab, C#, Python or SQL.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to work with large data sets.
• Good written and verbal communication; self-motivated and team player.

Responsabilités

• Assist in designing and testing predictive statistical models and quantitative trading signals.
• Review and analyze performance of new and existing investment strategies.
• Support data mining from unconventional sources to develop trading strategies.
• Monitor daily risks, trading systems and portfolio positions; assist risk assessment.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers, tech, operations and data teams to implement findings.

Connaissances

Statistics

Machine learning

Time-series analysis

Python

SQL

Matlab

C#

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Formation

Advanced degree in quantitative field

Outils

Matlab

Python

SQL

C#

Description du poste

Y-Intercept (Hong Kong) Limited is a quantitative investment management firm dedicated to delivering high-quality returns, supported by tested and proven investment strategies across various asset classes and global financial markets. We pride ourselves on and value intellectual curiosity and hard work, investing in people who are driven to learn and achieve. We are a merit-focused and talent-driven organization, characterized by compassion, respect, and modesty among our team members. We believe in maintaining a healthy and happy lifestyle in an intellectually stimulating environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the conceptualization, design, and testing of predictive statistical models and quantitative trading signals
• Participate in the review and analysis of the performance of new and existing investment strategies
• Support data mining from unconventional or alternative data sources to contribute to the development of innovative trading strategies
• Help monitor daily risks, trading systems, and portfolio positions, and contribute to risk assessment processes
• Collaborate with portfolio managers, technology, operations, and data teams to implement research findings and support the integration of new models into the investment process

Required Technical Qualification, Skills and Experience:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed an advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or another quantitative discipline
• Solid foundation in probability and statistics, including familiarity with machine learning, time-series analysis, or pattern recognition
• Proficiency in Matlab, C#, Python, or SQL
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to work with large datasets and conduct rigorous research
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to operate independently as well as part of a team

Location:

Central, Hong Kong

Y-Intercept (Hong Kong) Limited is an equal opportunity employer.