Quantitative Rates Researcher

Vrinda International; India; Remote; INR 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vrinda International in India is seeking a Quantitative Rates Researcher to advance alpha generation in fixed income markets. You will design, backtest, and refine systematic trading strategies for interest rate derivatives, with a strong emphasis on rigorous statistical analysis and robust modeling.

The role requires seven years of experience in quantitative finance, deep knowledge of SOFR, Eurodollars, and Treasury futures, plus excellent communication to present complex findings to

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of hands-on experience in quantitative research or finance.
• Deep expertise in fixed income markets with focus on rate products and derivatives.
• Experience developing and backtesting systematic trading strategies using quantitative methods.
• Strong statistical analysis skills, including factor modeling and alpha research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of SOFR, Eurodollar instruments, and Treasury futures markets.

Responsibilities

• Research and model SOFR, Eurodollar instruments, and Treasury futures for market inefficiencies.
• Develop and test factor models to identify alpha sources.
• Perform transaction cost analysis and assess liquidity to refine execution strategies.
• Backtest and optimize systematic trading strategies for interest rate derivatives.
• Summarize quantitative findings in clear reports for stakeholders.
• Monitor fixed income market dynamics to support risk decisions.

Skills

Quantitative research

Fixed income

Factor modeling

Backtesting

Statistical analysis

Alpha research

SOFR

Eurodollar instruments

Treasury futures

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Quantitative Rates Researcher

Summary

This pivotal role within the IT Services sector is dedicated to advancing quantitative strategies focused on interest rate markets. The successful candidate will drive alpha generation through rigorous statistical analysis and factor modeling while leveraging deep expertise in fixed income instruments. This position is critical for developing systematic trading frameworks, assessing market liquidity, and ensuring robust transaction cost analysis to optimize performance in complex financial environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and modeling on SOFR, Eurodollar instruments, and Treasury futures to identify market inefficiencies.
  
• Execute advanced statistical analyses and develop factor models to uncover and validate alpha sources.
  
• Perform comprehensive transaction cost analysis and evaluate liquidity conditions to refine execution strategies.
  
• Design, backtest, and optimize systematic trading strategies specifically tailored to interest rate derivatives.
  
• Synthesize complex quantitative findings into clear, actionable written reports and presentations for stakeholders.
  
• Monitor and assess fixed income market dynamics to support strategic decision-making and risk management.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Possess a minimum of seven years of hands-on experience in quantitative research, analysis, or quantitative finance.
  
• Demonstrate profound expertise in fixed income markets with a specific focus on interest rate products and derivatives.
  
• Show proven proficiency in developing and backtesting systematic trading strategies using robust quantitative methodologies.
  
• Exhibit strong command of statistical analysis techniques, including factor modeling and alpha research.
  
• Display exceptional analytical capabilities alongside superior written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Have a deep working knowledge of SOFR, Eurodollar instruments, and Treasury futures markets.