Senior Quant Researcher - Fixed Income

Squarepoint Capital; New York (NY); Remote; GBP 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Risk Hub is seeking a Quant Researcher to drive research and implementation of trading ideas within an automated framework. You will analyze large data sets with advanced statistics to uncover opportunities and develop an in-depth understanding of market structure across exchanges and asset classes.

Prior to trading, ensure data readiness; during trading hours, monitor strategy behavior and performance, adjusting as needed. Strong quantitative background and coding ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Quantitative background: degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics.
• Programming proficiency in C++, Java or Python.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across regions.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Experience developing and implementing systematic strategies.

Responsibilities

• Research and implement strategies within the firm’s automated trading framework.
• Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities.
• Develop a strong understanding of market structure of various exchanges and asset classes.
• Before market open, ensure data and related processes are ready for the trading day.
• During market hours, monitor behavior and performance of strategies.

Skills

Programming proficiency (C++, Java, or

Cross-regional collaboration

Work well under pressure

Developing systematic Trading ideas

Education

Mathematics

Statistics

Econometrics

Financial Engineering

Operations Research

Computer Science

Physics

Job description

Position Overview

• Research and implement strategies within the firm’s automated trading framework.
• Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities.
• Develop a strong understanding of market structure of various exchanges and asset classes.

Typical Day of Quant Researcher

• Primary focus throughout the day is on researching and implementing trading ideas.
• Before market open, check that all required data and related processes are ready for the trading day.
• During market hours, sporadically monitor behavior and performance of strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Quantitative background - includes degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics.
• Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (e.g. C++, Java, Python).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Successfully developing and implementing systematic strategies.

The minimum base salary for this role is $150,000 if located in New York. This expectation is based on available information at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, which could constitute a significant portion of total compensation. This role may also be eligible for benefits, such as health, dental, and other wellness plans, as well as 401(k) contributions. Successful candidates’ compensation and benefits will be determined in consideration of various factors.

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