Quantitative Research Developer - Remote

Quant Blueprint LLC; Radnor (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

401(k) contributions

Discretionary profit sharing program

Job summary

Quant Blueprint LLC in Delaware County is seeking a production-oriented quantitative research developer with strong technical skills and experience with tick data. The ideal candidate thrives in diverse environments and offers skills in C++ and Python, along with a deep understanding of market data.

This role provides flexible working conditions—remote, in-person, or hybrid—and significant potential for diverse compensation, including bonuses and benefits packages.

Qualifications

• Proficiency and experience in C++ and Python.
• Strong understanding of data path from tick to trade.
• Experience analyzing time series data.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support simulation frameworks for backtesting execution approaches.
• Work with other quantitative researchers to develop new trading ideas.

Skills

C++

Python

Time series analysis

Working with large data sets

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

SCM is committed to a workplace that values and promotes diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunity by ensuring that all employees are valued, heard, engaged and involved at work and have full opportunities to collaborate, contribute and grow professionally.

Overview

We're seeking a highly driven, production-oriented quantitative research developer who has strong technical skills, first‑hand experience with tick data, and interest in the intersection of market microstructure and alpha generation. SCM offers the opportunity to work in person, remotely or in a hybrid work environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support simulation frameworks for backtesting execution approaches.
• Work with other quantitative researchers to develop new trading ideas.

Requirements

• Proficiency and experience in C++ and Python.
• Experience researching, building and maintaining trading systems utilizing market data.
• Strong understanding of data path from tick to trade.
• Experience analyzing time series data.
• Experience with large data sets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and desire for excellence.
• Desire to think critically and creatively.

Compensation & Benefits

The base pay for this position is anticipated to be between $150,000 and $300,000 per year. This position is eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a bonus, health and dental plans and 401(k) contributions, which includes a discretionary profit sharing program. An employee's bonus and related compensation benefits can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.