Senior Quantitative Analyst: Systematic Trading Signals

Referment; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Referment, a global investment and technology firm, seeks a senior quantitative analyst to develop robust quantitative models from market data and contribute research to support real trading decisions in New York.

The role emphasizes turning research into practical models, evaluating costs and high-frequency dynamics, and collaborating with researchers and developers.

Candidates should have a technical degree and a proven track record in quantitative modelling and signal generation.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with a strong track record in quantitative modelling.
• Proven history of turning quantitative insights into successful trading models.
• Strong numerical, statistical and programming skills for market data signals.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with researchers and developers.
• Experience in transaction cost analysis or high-frequency trading is highly relevant.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop systematic trading signals from market and transaction data.
• Apply numerical and statistical methods to robustly model signals outside development data.
• Evaluate execution costs and high-frequency market dynamics for practical use.
• Lead hands-on research, testing and technical implementation.
• Communicate findings clearly and collaborate with researchers and developers.

Skills

Numerical skills

Statistical analysis

Programming

Education

Technical degree (STEM or related)

Job description

Referment, a global investment and technology firm, seeks a senior quantitative analyst to develop robust quantitative models from market data and contribute research to support real trading decisions in New York.

The role emphasizes turning research into practical models, evaluating costs and high-frequency dynamics, and collaborating with researchers and developers.

Candidates should have a technical degree and a proven track record in quantitative modelling and signal generation.