Quantitative Researcher

Aquatic Capital Management; Illinois; On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision

Competitive 401k plan

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Aquatic Capital Management in Illinois is seeking exceptional Quantitative Researchers to develop proprietary trading models and strategies. Candidates should have a strong background in finance, computer science or mathematics with at least 4 years of experience. The role involves working on various trading strategies while contributing to independent research. The compensation for this position ranges from $150,000 to $300,000, along with a benefits package that includes fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, among others.

Qualifications

• At least 4+ years of full-time professional experience.
• Solid mathematical and analytical ability.
• Exceptional problem-solving and modeling ability.

Responsibilities

• Create or improve predictive models using financial data.
• Develop leading-edge statistical and machine-learning models.
• Create algorithms to monetize predictive signals.

Skills

Mathematical and analytical ability

Problem-solving and modeling ability

Programming proficiency (Python, C++, Java, R)

Experience in a quantitative role

Ability to solve complex, data-intensive problems

Education

Bachelors, Masters, PhD or Postdoc in relevant fields

Job description

About Aquatic

Aquatic Capital was founded with a shared passion for tackling some of the most complex challenges in one of the world’s most competitive arenas—global financial markets. From the very beginning, we have been driven by a deep commitment to applying cutting‑edge scientific research and technological innovation to deliver unparalleled performance. Our journey is one of continuous growth and exploration, marked by a spirit of curiosity and relentless drive for excellence.

Role Overview

Aquatic is looking for exceptional Quantitative Researchers to create and improve proprietary trading models and strategies while working closely with engineers and senior leaders across the firm. Quantitative Researchers within Aquatic work on a variety of trading strategies and research projects, with the opportunity to conduct independent research and originate research topics over time.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities range from utilizing financial and other data in an effort to create or improve predictive models, developing and/or leveraging leading‑edge statistical and machine‑learning models to enhance the research and development system, creating algorithms to monetize the predictive signals.

Technical Requirements

• At least 4+ years of full‑time professional experience
• Bachelors, Masters, PhD or Postdoc candidates in finance, computer science, mathematics, statistics, machine learning, physics, or other scientific discipline
• Solid mathematical and analytical ability; exceptional problem‑solving and modeling ability
• Demonstrated ability to complete high level, statistical or applied mathematical research
• Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment a plus
• Experience in solving highly complex, data intensive problems
• Programming proficiency in any of the following: Python, C++, Java or R

Behavioral Requirements

• Strong research hygiene
• Self‑motivated and highly‑productive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency
• Intellectually curious, creative, and rigorous
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Able to work across disciplines
• Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team
• Driven and tenacious approach with desire to build something scratch

Compensation

The base salary for this role is anticipated to be between $150,000 and $300,000, which is based on information at the time of posting. This position may also be eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as a discretionary bonus, and benefits. Discretionary bonus 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 unique skills, qualifications and relevant experience.

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, competitive 401k plan, employer‑paid life & disability insurance
• Wellness programs, casual dress, snacks, lunch, game room, team and company events
• Open environment to maximize learning and knowledge sharing
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, competitive paid caregiver leaves

Equal Opportunity Statement

Aquatic is a proud equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.