Experienced Quantitative Researcher

Quantbox Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A proprietary trading firm in Singapore seeks an experienced Quantitative Researcher to develop new high frequency trading strategies. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in high frequency trading and strong programming skills in Python or R. The role offers competitive compensation, a casual work environment, and opportunities for collaboration. Join a team that values innovation and action.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

4 Weeks of paid vacation

Medical insurance

International team outing

Qualifications

• Deep experience in high frequency trading.
• Live high frequency trading experience for at least 2 years.
• PnL track record with excellent Sharpe ratios.
• Desire to work in a small collaborative environment.
• Degree from top tier college or university a plus.
• A passion for new technologies and ideas.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop new systematic HFT market making strategies.
• Work with experienced traders and developers.

Skills

High frequency trading experience

Proficient in Python

Proficient in R

Proficient in kdb+

Proficient in C++

Collaboration in small teams

Education

Degree in computer science or mathematics

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD

Job description

Quantbox is a technology-driven Proprietary trading firm that specializes in systematic alpha research and electronic market‑making on various exchanges. We trade across a multitude of asset classes and trading venues with significant market share and are looking for experienced Quantitative Researchers to join our team. As a Quantitative Researcher, you will be working with experienced traders and developers to research and develop new systematic HFT market making strategies leveraging our existing technology and infrastructure.

Quantbox encourages Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD students in computer science, mathematics and related fields to apply. Additional requirements include:

• Deep experience in high frequency trading
• Live high frequency trading experience for at least 2 years.
• PnL track record with excellent Sharpe ratios.
• Taking pride in building solutions using Python, R, kdb+ or C++
• Desire to work in a small collaborative environment
• Degree from top tier college or university a plus
• A passion for new technologies and ideas

Quantbox is a place of friends and colleagues, where people convert their passion into action. We believe in togetherness that brings out the best in ourselves and our Company. Our open and casual work culture gives you the space to innovate and deliver. Everyone on the team is approachable.

Employee remuneration packages are reviewed regularly to ensure that they remain competitive. In recognition of our employees’ contributions and performance, for full time permanent roles we provide:

• Competitive compensation
• 4 Weeks of paid vacation
• Medical insurance
• International team outing

Quantbox is an equal opportunities employer.