Systematic Trading Quant | Research, Code & Strategy

Referment; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Referment is seeking a quantitative analyst to join its systematic trading research team. The role blends mathematical modelling, software development and empirical market research, turning ideas into testable strategies using real-world data.

You will work across theory, code and evidence to improve signal quality, reduce risk and enable efficient execution in dynamic markets. Recent graduates or early-career researchers with strong quantitative foundations are welcome.

Qualifications

• Strong academic record in quantitative disciplines.
• Excellent analytical reasoning and precise expression of quantitative ideas.
• Programming ability and interest in applying mathematical methods to financial markets.
• Curiosity, creativity and disciplined hypothesis testing.

Responsibilities

• Use financial data to identify profitability opportunities, manage risk and reduce costs.
• Develop statistical models and translate ideas into trading strategies.
• Test strategies to separate durable results from noise and understand behaviour under market conditions.
• Write software that supports research, analysis and implementation.

Skills

Quantitative reasoning

Programming

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Referment is seeking a quantitative analyst to join its systematic trading research team. The role blends mathematical modelling, software development and empirical market research, turning ideas into testable strategies using real-world data.

You will work across theory, code and evidence to improve signal quality, reduce risk and enable efficient execution in dynamic markets. Recent graduates or early-career researchers with strong quantitative foundations are welcome.