Research & Development Executive

Vikabh Securities Pvt Ltd.; Surat; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Vikabh Securities Pvt Ltd. in Surat is seeking a Strategy Research & Testing specialist to conduct testing and analysis of options and derivative strategies. Candidates with a B.Tech, B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, or MBA with strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply.

This role involves data analysis and management, strategy optimization, and preparing detailed research reports. Both freshers and experienced candidates are welcome, with remote flexibility available.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience, freshers welcomed with strong analytical skills.
• Good understanding of derivatives and market behavior.
• Ability to work with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and analysis of options and derivative strategies.
• Extract, clean, filter, and validate large datasets.
• Monitor strategies execution and highlight performance gaps.

Skills

Python

SQL

Excel (Advanced)

Derivatives Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Education

B.Tech / B.Sc. / B.Com / BBA / MBA (Finance/Analytics preferred)

Job description

Department: Research & Development
Location: Surat / Remote (as applicable)
Experience: 0–2 Years (Freshers with strong analytical skills may apply)
Qualification: B.Tech / B.Sc. / B.Com / BBA / MBA (Finance/Analytics preferred)
Technical Skills: Python, SQL, Excel (Advanced), Derivatives Knowledge

Strategy Research & Testing

• Conduct testing and analysis of options and derivative strategies under various market conditions.
• Perform algorithm testing for live and new members across multiple broker platforms.
• Assist in strategy optimization and structured back-testing.

Data Analysis & Management

• Extract, clean, filter, and validate large datasets for strategy development and performance evaluation.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability before implementation.
• Perform beta calculation and risk analysis for client portfolios.

Execution & Monitoring

• Monitor live and paper-traded strategies and highlight execution or performance gaps.
• Support live market strategy execution and validation.
• Ensure proper cost calculation and performance tracking.

Research & Reporting

• Prepare detailed research reports, strategy notes, and performance summaries.
• Maintain documentation of methodologies, assumptions, and research outcomes.
• Generate reports as required by management and compliance teams.

Coordination & Compliance

• Coordinate with technology and execution teams to resolve trade, logic, or data-related issues.
• Ensure adherence to internal risk controls and compliance guidelines.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of derivatives and market behavior
• Proficiency in Python/SQL for data handling
• Ability to work with large datasets
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong documentation skills

In short: (Roles & Responsibility has been given below)

• Conduct testing and analysis of options derivative strategies across different market conditions.
• Perform algorithm testing for live and new members across multiple broker platforms.
• Extract, clean, and filter large datasets required for strategy development and performance analysis.
• Analyze and validate data to ensure accuracy, reliability, and consistency of results.
• Prepare research reports, strategy notes, and performance summaries in line with internal and compliance requirements.
• Monitor live and paper-traded strategies and highlight execution or performance issues.
• Assist in strategy optimization and back-testing based on observed results.
• Coordinate with the technology and execution teams to resolve data, logic, or trade-related issues.
• Maintain proper documentation of research methodologies, assumptions, and outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to internal risk controls and compliance guidelines while conducting research and testing.