Quantitative Researcher - EQTY Stat Arb

JW Michaels & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Culture enhancement perks

Quality of life improvements

Job summary

A major hedge fund in New York is looking for a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join their growing team. The role involves focusing on Alpha Signal generation and refining models using large datasets. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in systematic trading, strong Python and C++ skills, and a collaborative spirit. This position offers significant growth opportunities and is based in midtown NYC. A competitive benefits package is also provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in EQTY Stat Arb, Systematic EQTY trading, or MFT.
• Understanding of global EQTY markets.
• Ability to work with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Focus on Alpha Signal generations and model optimization.
• Work with various datasets to productionize new strategies.
• Collaborate across teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Python programming

C++ programming

Research focused

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

STEM or Engineering degree

Advanced degrees

Job description

Direct message the job poster from JW Michaels & Co.

SVP, Global Markets & Investment Management

Our client is a ~$13Bil AUM Systematic Hedge Fund is actively seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join their NYC-based team. The ideal candidate will have experience in traditional stat arb or MFT at a recognized Hedge Fund or Proprietary Trading Firm and join an existing team that due to success is growing. Strong proficiency & programming in Python required and the ability to interface & work with developers & engineers on building tools & working with large data sets critical to the role.

On a day to day basis, this hire will focus on Alpha Signal generations, working with the existing models to refine & optimize to enhance outputs of the book. You will be tasked to work with large data sets spanning market, fundamental, alternative and various datasets to productionize new strategies or refine existing.

This is a dynamic opportunity in an established Fund with great growth opportunities. They provide significant healthcare and benefits package and many perks to enhance their culture and create a great quality of life for their team!

Immediate hire

Qualifications:

• 5+ yrs experience working within EQTY Stat Arb, Systematic EQTY trading or MFT a must
• Heavily research focused with a strong understanding of the global EQTY markets
• Preferred STEM or Engineering degree--advanced degrees a plus
• High proficiency in Python and C++ essential
• Strong communications skill set & collaborative team player willing to work across teams & stakeholders
• Comfortable presenting to team and investment leadership
• Strong collaborative work ethic
• Ability to be in-office full-time (midtown NYC)

This is an incredible opportunity to join a growing and successful team. Please apply with your resume attached.

NO INTERNS!