Quantitative Researcher — ML-Driven Alphas & Robust Models

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

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group, LLP seeks a Quantitative Researcher in New York/Philadelphia to design, validate, backtest, and implement statistical and machine learning models for alpha signals and strategy performance. The role emphasizes model development, robustness, and long-term reliability in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.

Expect to work with large-scale data, receive mentorship, and contribute to production-ready strategies.

Qualifications

• Masters graduating by Summer 2026 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

Responsibilities

• Modelling: Apply probability theory, statistical analysis, and machine learning techniques to build robust models and generate alphas.
• Evaluation: Backtest ideas using historical market data and large research clusters
• Education: Participate in a comprehensive education program and receive mentorship from senior professionals
• Collaboration: Work with systematic traders and technologists to push strategies into production

Skills

Python

Big data

C++

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Susquehanna International Group, LLP seeks a Quantitative Researcher in New York/Philadelphia to design, validate, backtest, and implement statistical and machine learning models for alpha signals and strategy performance. The role emphasizes model development, robustness, and long-term reliability in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.

Expect to work with large-scale data, receive mentorship, and contribute to production-ready strategies.