Senior Quantitative Researcher / Portfolio Manager

X4 Alpha; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 250.000 - 350.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

X4 Alpha is seeking exceptional quantitative researchers to advance alpha across multiple asset classes. The role involves building cutting-edge models, deploying trading algorithms, and pushing research boundaries in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with signals derived from vast datasets, including texts, and apply advanced ML techniques to shape robust feature pipelines and model workflows. Open to major markets and global roles.

Qualifikationen

• 5–10+ years hands-on quant research on buy-side.
• Experience with equities and/or futures (global preferred).
• Track record with PnL, Sharpe, or measurable signal impact.
• Strong Python skills; C++ a bonus.
• PhD in quantitative fields preferred.

Aufgaben

• Research alpha across short-term and/or longer horizons.
• Extract signals from large structured and unstructured data.
• Design and deploy trading algorithms.
• Apply complex machine learning techniques.
• Shape robust feature pipelines and model workflows.

Kenntnisse

Python

C++

ML techniques

Quant research

Big data analysis

Ausbildung

PhD in quantitative fields

Tools

NumPy

Pandas

Jobbeschreibung

We’re partnering with a world-class systematic trading firm to bring on exceptional quantitative researchers across multiple asset classes! Seeking those who can generate alpha, build cutting-edge models, and push research boundaries.

What You’ll Do:

• Research alpha across short-term and/or longer-term holding horizons (seconds to hours and/or hours to day+)
• Extract signal from massive structured and unstructured datasets, from fundamentals to text
• Design and deploy trading algorithms
• Apply complex machine learning techniques
• Shape robust feature pipelines, model fitting workflows, and statistical measurement tools

What You Bring:

• 5–10+ years of hands-on quant research (on buy-side)
• Experience with equities and/or futures (global preferred)
• A track record backed by PnL, Sharpe, or clearly measurable signal impact
• Strong skills in Python (C++ a bonus)
• PhD preferred but not required; degrees in quantitative areas such as mathematics, physics, statistics preferred

Open to NYC, Chicago, and London candidates.

The base pay for this role will be between $250,000 and $350,000. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans. Discretionary bonus and/or guaranteed package can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.