Quantitative Researcher

Quantum Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Search in New York is seeking experienced Quantitative Researchers to join a high-performing systematic trading team. You will work with researchers and technologists to improve strategies, develop predictive models, and identify opportunities across global markets.

This role offers hands-on impact on live trading performance in a collaborative, technology-driven environment. Strong programming in Python or C++ and advanced quantitative training are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, CS, Physics, Engineering or another quantitative discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in quantitative research or systematic trading within financial markets.
• Experience at a quantitative trading firm, hedge fund, market maker, investment bank, or asset manager.

Responsibilities

• Research, test, and develop alpha signals and trading models.
• Analyse large datasets to identify new market opportunities.
• Improve and optimise existing trading strategies and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to enhance production systems and trading performance.

Skills

Python

C++

Quantitative research

Data analysis

Mathematical modeling

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in quantitative field

Job description

Our client is a leading Quantitative Trading firm looking for experienced Quantitative Researchers to join a high-performing systematic trading team.

In this role, you will work closely with experienced researchers and technologists to improve existing trading strategies, develop predictive models, and identify new opportunities across global financial markets. This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on live trading performance while working in a highly collaborative, technology-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, test, and develop alpha signals and trading models
• Analyse large datasets to identify new market opportunities
• Improve and optimise existing trading strategies and infrastructure
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to enhance production systems and trading performance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or another quantitative discipline
• 3+ years of experience in quantitative research or systematic trading within financial markets
• Experience gained at a quantitative trading firm, hedge fund, market maker, investment bank, or asset manager
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or C++
• Experience developing data-driven models and working with large datasets
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills