Quantitative Systematic Trader – Master's: 2027

Susquehanna International Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna International Group is seeking a Quantitative Systematic Trader in New York or Philadelphia. You will combine quantitative research with live trading to build data-driven, automated strategies and monitor performance.

Ideal candidates are Masters graduates by Summer 2026 in quantitative fields, proficient in Python, with knowledge of C++, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Masters students 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 analysing 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.

Responsibilities

• Modeling using probability, statistics, and ML to analyze market behavior.
• Alpha monetization by blending signals with live market insights.
• Oversee deployment and real-time operation of trading strategies and tune parameters.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

Learning agility

Strategic thinking

Trading interest

Education

Masters in quantitative field

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Overview

As a Quantitative Systematic Trader at Susquehanna, you’ll combine quantitative research expertise with deep trading intuition to build and refine data‑driven, fully automated trading strategies. You’ll actively monitor real‑time strategy performance and use market behavior and feedback to improve and optimize profitability. Serving as a hybrid between traders and researchers, Quantitative Systematic Traders focus more on alpha monetization, execution efficiency, and live trading performance.

What You Can Expect

• Modelling – Apply probability theory, statistical analysis, and machine learning techniques to analyze and interpret market behaviour.
• Alpha Monetization – Blend quantitative signals with trading intuition and live market insights to optimise existing strategies or build new ones from the ground up.
• Risk Management – Oversee the deployment and real‑time operation of trading strategies, fine‑tune parameters, and respond to anomalies as needed.
• Education – Participate in a comprehensive education programme and receive personalised mentorship from senior professionals to accelerate your growth.
• Collaboration – Work in an open environment that allows you to collaborate with researchers and technologists to build parts of the execution engine.

What We’re Looking For

• Masters students 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 analysing 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 a dynamic, fast‑moving environment.
• Strong trading interest and drive to develop a deep mental model of microstructure and market intuition.

Compensation and Logistics

The annual base pay range for this role is $300,000. Susquehanna considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, key skills, as well as market and organisational considerations when extending an offer. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Opportunities as a Quantitative Researcher and as a Quantitative Systematic Trader will be available in our Philadelphia and New York offices.

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast data sets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting‑edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.