GBM Public - FICC Quantitative Researcher, Alpha monetization, VP, New York

SRI Conference; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 155 000 - 300 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Goldman Sachs is seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to lead on the Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities trading desk in New York. You will transform predictive alpha into tradable signals with strategic risk management and portfolio construction.

We look for a strong academic background in physics, math, or related fields, plus proficiency in Python and/or Java. You will collaborate across research and execution teams to optimize the live book and monetize strategies.

Qualificações

• Track record of monetizing alpha signals via portfolio construction and risk modeling.
• Excellent academic record in a quantitative field such as physics, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or CS.
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or Java; ability to articulate complex quantitative concepts.

Responsabilidades

• Lead on the Quantitative Trading desk, bridging research and live book to monetize signals.
• Translate predictive alpha into PnL via position sizing, risk decomposition, and covariance estimation.
• Implement risk management frameworks and build portfolios across FICC asset classes for better risk-adjusted returns.
• Use neural networks, ML, and factor models to build models driving systematic alpha for real-time trading decisions.
• Collaborate on developing research infrastructure, modeling frameworks, and signal analytics engines.

Conhecimentos

Python programming

Java programming

Quantitative research

Portfolio optimization

Communication

Self-management

Formação académica

Physics or Mathematics

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are a team of FICC Quantitative Researchers who work to transform the Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities (FICC) business through quantitative trading. Our team has a wide remit to trade against the central risk book (CRB), across product types such as Interest Rates (IR), Foreign Exchange (FX), and Commodities. Our trade horizon spans from hours to months. Our data driven alpha generation is based on a variety of mathematical techniques, including advanced machine learning and generative AI models.

Role Responsibilities

• Take a leading role on our Quantitative Trading desk, bridge the gap between research and the live book. Improve monetization of systematic trading signals
• Translate raw predictive alpha into PnL through optimal position sizing, risk decomposition and dynamic covariance estimation.
• Implement frameworks to manage risk centrally and build optimal portfolios across FICC asset classes to improve risk adjusted returns.
• Use advanced statistical analysis and quantitative techniques - such as neural networks, machine learning, and factor models - to build models that drive systematic alpha strategies which make real-time trading and risk management decisions.
• Collaborate on the strategic development and ongoing expansion of our research infrastructure, quantitative modeling frameworks, and signal analytics engines.

Qualifications

• 2-10 years of quantitative research experience across the buy-side, including hedge funds, prop shops, and systematic asset managers.
• Proven track record of monetizing alpha signals via portfolio construction, advanced optimization, execution, and risk modeling.
• Thorough knowledge of quantitative investment processes and the underlying factors driving systematic strategy returns.
• Excellent academic record in a relevant quantitative field such as physics, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or computer science.
• Strong programming skills in Python (for research and signal generation) and/or Java (execution systems).
• Self-starter with strong self-management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex quantitative concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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Salary Range

The expected base salary for this New York, NY, United States-based position is $155000-$300000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits

Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.