Quantitative Research Analyst

Redwood Investment Management, LLC; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Investment Management, LLC seeks a Quantitative Research Analyst to join its investment research team in Scottsdale, AZ. The role emphasizes quantitative methods, model development, and rigorous data analysis to support portfolio decisions.

Ideal candidates hold advanced mathematics/statistics training; CFA strongly preferred. Proficiency in Python, Java/C, R or Matlab, and the ability to work with large data sets are essential. US work authorization required.

Qualifications

• Advanced training in mathematics or related quantitative field.
• Strong proficiency in probability and statistics.
• CFA strongly preferred.
• Experience with Python, Java/C and analytical packages (R/Matlab).
• Ability to translate complex concepts into code and models.
• US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support Redwood’s portfolio managers and investment team.
• Conduct research and statistical analyses on securities and portfolios.
• Work and manage large data sets, including unconventional data sources.
• Design and build out model architecture to test ideas.
• Create statistical models for market application.
• Translate algorithms into code and refine them.
• Back test trading models in a real-time environment.
• Produce market research content for internal and client use.

Skills

Mathematics

Statistics

Physics

Computer Science

Python

Java/C

Algorithms

Education

CFA designation in progress

Tools

R

Matlab

Excel

Job description

Redwood is seeking a Quantitative Research Analyst to join the investment research team. This candidate should ideally already have a CFA or is in the process of receiving a CFA designation. Redwood Investment Management is a quantitative research focused investment firm managing over $2 billion. Redwood is the advisor to the Redwood Mutual Funds, and LeaderShares ETFs. Redwood is a pioneer of the RiskFirst philosophy and process to drive better outcomes for financial advisors and their clients. Our offices are in Scottsdale, AZ. & Los Angeles, CA. This role is not remote and is in our Scottsdale, AZ office.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support Redwood’s portfolio managers and investment team
• Conduct research & statistical analyses on securities and portfolios
• Work and manage large data sets, including unconventional data sources
• Contribute to design and build out of model architecture to quickly test recurring and new investment ideas
• Help create statistical models for market application
• Conceptualize, develop, and improve mathematical models, translating algorithms into code
• Back test for implementing trading models in a real-time environment
• Produce insightful market research content for internal use and for clients

Job Requirements:

• Advanced training and understanding in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another quantitative field
• Strong proficiency in probability & statistics
• CFA Strongly Preferred
• Industry experience with Python, Java/C, analytical packages (R, Matlab)
• Ability to communicate advanced concepts in a concise and logical way
• Proficiency in creating and using algorithms to meticulously investigate and work through large data or error-checking problems
• Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship