Quantitative Researcher - ML Alpha Research (Visa)

Susquehanna International Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 255,000 - 345,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to design, validate, backtest, and implement statistical and machine learning models for alpha signals and strategy enhancement. The role spans large-scale data analysis, model robustness, and long-term reliability.

Expect collaboration with systematic traders and technologists, with a strong focus on production-ready research. Philadelphia and New York offices host opportunities; base pay is $300,000 annually, with sponsorship

Qualifications

• PhDs graduating by Summer 2026 or postdocs in quantitative fields such as mathematics, physics, statistics, electrical engineering, computer science, operations research, or economics.
• Analytical problem-solvers with excellent logical reasoning and a passion for turning data into decisions.
• Clear communicators in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.
• Programmers comfortable processing and analyzing large data sets in Python; experience with C++ (or another low-level language) is a plus.
• Strategic thinkers with demonstrated interests in strategic games and/or competitive activities.
• Self-motivated and quick to learn, thriving in dynamic, fast-moving environment.
• Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Model development using statistical methods and machine learning to generate alphas.
• Propose improvements or optimizations to existing strategies and backtest ideas.
• Backtest ideas using historical market data and large research clusters.
• Participate in a comprehensive education program and receive mentorship.
• Collaborate with systematic traders and technologists to push strategies into production.

Skills

Python

C++

Data analysis

Communication

Learning agility

Education

PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Susquehanna International Group is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to design, validate, backtest, and implement statistical and machine learning models for alpha signals and strategy enhancement. The role spans large-scale data analysis, model robustness, and long-term reliability.

Expect collaboration with systematic traders and technologists, with a strong focus on production-ready research. Philadelphia and New York offices host opportunities; base pay is $300,000 annually, with sponsorship