Quantitative Research Architect for Next-Gen Trading

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary incentive compensation

Medical and life insurance

Retirement plans

Tax-free savings plans

Job summary

Citadel, a premier investment firm, seeks a Quantitative Researcher Analyst in New York/Miami/Greenwich to develop next-generation models and trading strategies. You will build valuation models, translate algorithms into code, and back-test signals in a live environment.

You will leverage unconventional data sources and perform rigorous statistical analysis to monetize trading signals. A strong background in probability, statistics, and coding in Python/R/C++ is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative field.
• Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, NLP).
• Prior experience working in a data driven research environment.
• Experience with translating mathematical models and algorithms into code (Python, R or C++).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop, and continuously improve upon mathematical models and help translate algorithms into code
• Back test and implement trading models and signals in a live trading environment
• Use unconventional data sources to drive innovation
• Conduct research and statistical analysis to build and refine monetization systems for trading signals

Skills

Quantitative degree

Statistics knowledge

Data-driven research

Code translation

Multi-tasking

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

C++

Job description

Citadel, a premier investment firm, seeks a Quantitative Researcher Analyst in New York/Miami/Greenwich to develop next-generation models and trading strategies. You will build valuation models, translate algorithms into code, and back-test signals in a live environment.

You will leverage unconventional data sources and perform rigorous statistical analysis to monetize trading signals. A strong background in probability, statistics, and coding in Python/R/C++ is essential.