Quantitative Research Engineer – PhD Graduate (US)

Citadel; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 235,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary incentive compensation

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Citadel is seeking Quantitative Research Engineers in Miami to design, develop, test, and deploy sophisticated software for automated trading systems. You will collaborate with the Quantitative Research team to align priorities and deliver tailored software solutions that drive systematic investing.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a highly quantitative field and possess strong skills in C++, Python, and R, with experience in distributed computing, NLP, and ML.

Qualifications

• PhD in a highly quantitative field such as computer science, mathematics, statistics, or physics.
• Strong programming skills in C++, Python, and R.
• A deep passion for technology, software development, and mathematics.
• Strong computer science fundamentals and software development experience.
• Experience with distributed computing, NLP, ML, platform development, networking, system design, and/or web development.
• Proven track record of solving problems by prioritizing business value and applying technology with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy elegant software solutions for automated trading systems
• Partner with the Quantitative Research team to define priorities and deliver custom software solutions

Skills

C++

Python

R

Distributed computing

Machine learning

System design

Education

PhD in quantitative field

Tools

NLP frameworks

ML libraries

Job description

At Citadel, Quantitative Research Engineers work closely with Quantitative Researchers to develop and implement automated trading system software solutions. These solutions utilize advanced statistical and quantitative techniques to tackle complex financial challenges. We seek candidates with a proven track record of excellence in their field and a strong desire to apply their advanced software engineering skills to systematic investing.

Your Objectives

• Design, develop, test, and deploy elegant software solutions for automated trading systems
• Partner with the Quantitative Research team to define priorities and deliver custom software solutions

Your Skills & Talents

• PhD degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, or another highly quantitative field
• Strong programming skills with proficiency in one or more programming languages, including C++, Python, and R
• A deep passion for technology, software development, and mathematics
• Strong computer science fundamentals and software development experience
• Experience with some of the following areas: Distributed Computing, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Platform Development, Networking, System Design, and/or Web Development
• Proven track record of creatively solving problems by understanding and prioritizing business value and applying technology solutions
• Strong written and verbal communications skills

Opportunities available in New York, Miami, Greenwich, and Houston.

• In accordance with applicable law, the base salary range for this role is $235,000 to $300,000.
• In addition, the employee who fills this role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive compensation program, as well as a wide array of benefit programs, such as medical and life insurance, retirement and tax-free savings plans, and access to other healthcare programs.