Options Trading Quantitative Researcher - Work From Home

Next Step Systems; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Options Trading Quantitative Researcher to join their remote team. This role offers the chance to make impactful contributions through data-driven insights and high-quality research tools. You will leverage your expertise in quantitative research, options pricing, and machine learning to enhance trading strategies. Collaborating with a diverse team, you will be at the forefront of integrating alpha signals into trading systems, all while enjoying a culture that emphasizes teamwork and continuous development. If you are passionate about using data to drive trading success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in quantitative research for options trading.
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with C++.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research to enhance options trading strategies.
• Integrate alpha signal research into trading systems.

Skills

Quantitative Research

Options Trading

Python

Machine Learning

Statistics

Probability

C++

Distributed Computing

TDD

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics

Bachelor’s Degree in Physics

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Linux Stack

Job description

Options Trading Quantitative Researcher - Work From Home

We are seeking a talented and self-motivated Quantitative Researcher to join our options trading team. You will work in a collaborative environment with the potential to deliver significant contributions through data-driven insights and by providing high-quality research tools that enable reproducible and well-tested research across the firm. Our culture emphasizes teamwork and focuses on continuous integration and test-driven development.

This position is 100% Remote.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related quantitative field.
2. 2+ years of relevant work experience.
3. Experience conducting and applying quantitative research to options trading.
4. Experience integrating alpha signal research into options trading systems.
5. In-depth understanding of options pricing and volatility modeling.
6. Strong knowledge of probability, statistics, and machine learning for time-series data.
7. Excellent programming skills in Python (C++ familiarity is a plus).
8. Experience with software engineering best practices including TDD and CI/CD.
9. Experience with distributed computing.
10. Effective prioritization skills while being mindful of long-term objectives.
11. Ability to take ownership of projects in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
12. Strong attention to detail.
13. Outstanding communication skills for collaboration across multiple geographical locations.

Benefits and Compensation:

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, health savings account, life insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, and more. Salary range: $130K - $180K.

Additional Information:

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