Quant ML Researcher - AI, Markets & Data

Citadel Securities; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and life insurance

Retirement plans

Tax-free savings plans

Healthcare programs access

Job summary

Citadel Securities, a leading global market maker, seeks extraordinary researchers to leverage ML/AI to modernize quantitative trading. You'll extract patterns from diverse datasets, implement high-quality code, and back-test models in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a quantitative field, with strong ML/AI track records, data-driven mindset, and excellent communication. Miami and New York opportunities exist, with a base salary range and broad benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or a highly quantitative field.
• Advanced training and strong research track record in statistics, ML, AI, or quantitative field.
• Experience in a data-driven research environment; detail oriented and data-focused.
• Hands-on programming in Python and/or C++.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Ability to explain advanced concepts concisely and logically.
• Proficiency in creating algorithms to investigate large datasets and perform error-checking.

Responsibilities

• Use statistics, machine learning or AI to extract patterns from datasets through rigorous research.
• Implement algorithms in high-quality code.
• Work with large datasets, including unstructured sources.
• Back-test models and document research findings.

Skills

Statistics

Machine Learning

Python

C++

Data-driven research

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics, or computer science

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Citadel Securities, a leading global market maker, seeks extraordinary researchers to leverage ML/AI to modernize quantitative trading. You'll extract patterns from diverse datasets, implement high-quality code, and back-test models in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a quantitative field, with strong ML/AI track records, data-driven mindset, and excellent communication. Miami and New York opportunities exist, with a base salary range and broad benefits.