Quantitative Researcher

Old Mission; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 170.000 - 300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Free meals

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Old Mission, a global trading firm, seeks a Quantitative Researcher in NYC to work with traders and research infra on alpha signals and portfolio construction. You will analyze large data sets, develop pricing models, and contribute to strategy optimization.

The role requires a quantitative advanced degree, strong statistical techniques, and 3+ years of equity trading experience, with proficiency in C++ or Python and a track record of deploying models to production trading systems.

Formación

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field (computer science, engineering, math, stats or physics).
• Deep understanding of advanced statistical techniques.
• 3+ years of equity trading experience.
• Expertise building statistical models for equity forecasts deployed to production trading systems.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct research and analyze large data sets to develop alpha signals and support portfolio construction.
• Collaborate to analyze performance and optimize/create new strategies.
• Develop pricing models for assets and portfolios.
• Assess risk and communicate insights to traders and researchers.

Conocimientos

Advanced degree

Statistics methods

Equity trading exp

Statistical models

C++

Python

Team leadership

Communication

Educación

Advanced quantitative degree

Herramientas

C++

Python

R

Matlab

Ruby

Java

Descripción del empleo

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.

About the Position

We’re constantly asking questions to improve what we already do and explore new opportunities. As a Quantitative Researcher in our NYC office, you’ll work directly with our traders and research infrastructure to:

• Conduct research and analyze large data sets to develop and implement alpha signals while contributing to portfolio construction
• Collaborate with others to analyze the performance while optimizing and creating new strategies
• Develop pricing models
• Assess risk

Required Skills

• An advanced degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, an engineering discipline, mathematics, statistics, or physics
• A deep technical understanding of advanced statistical techniques
• 3+ years of relevant equity trading experience
• Expertise building statistical models equity forecasts, with a proven track record of deploying such models to production equity trading systems
• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: C++, Python, R, Matlab, Ruby, Java
• Experience leading a team of researchers, either in industry or academia
• Superior written and verbal communication skills

Benefits and Perks

• Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leaves
• Commuter and Flexible Spending Programs

Base Salary Range

$170,000 - $300,000 - Salaries are based on numerous factors such as skills, experience, and education. Our compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees.