Senior Options Quantitative Researcher

The role

The Senior Options Quantitative Researcher will develop options pricing and risk models. This role involves improving real-time volatility valuation and researching short to mid frequency volatility alphas.

What you will do

• Developing options pricing and risk models
• Improving real-time volatility valuation and fitting
• Researching short to mid frequency volatility alphas
• Collaborating with other traders and quantitative researchers to optimize existing strategies
• Mentoring junior traders and/or quantitative researchers

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a quantitative research role with a focus on options pricing, volatility surfaces, and risk management
• Experience in researching predictive volatility alphas over various time horizons
• Understanding of the practical considerations required in implementing and executing trading signals
• Expertise in detailed implementations of numerical pricing for American options
• Ability to work with large multi-faceted datasets
• Passion and drive to take a leading role in a growing options business
• Relevant programming experience
• Excellent attention to detail

Nice to have

• Python and/or C++

Benefits

• Generous paid time off policies
• Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
• In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses
• Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events
• Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
• Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
• Workshops and continuous learning opportunities

About the company

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. The firm has built its business on a high-performance platform and independent trading teams.