Quantitative Researcher

The role

Quantitative Researchers create and improve proprietary trading models and strategies. They work on various trading strategies and research projects by utilizing financial and other data.

What you will do

• Utilize financial and other data to create or improve predictive models
• Develop and leverage leading-edge statistical and machine-learning models
• Create algorithms to monetize predictive signals
• Conduct independent research and originate research topics

Required qualifications

• At least 4+ years of full-time professional experience
• Bachelors, Masters, PhD or Postdoc in finance, computer science, mathematics, statistics, machine learning, physics, or other scientific discipline
• Solid mathematical and analytical ability
• Exceptional problem-solving and modeling ability
• Demonstrated ability to complete high level, statistical or applied mathematical research
• Experience in solving highly complex, data intensive problems
• Programming proficiency in Python, C++, Java or R
• Strong research hygiene
• Self-motivated and highly-productive
• Intellectually curious, creative, and rigorous
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Meticulous attention to detail

Nice to have

• Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents
• Competitive 401k plan
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Casual dress
• Snacks
• Lunch
• Game room
• Team and company events
• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays
• Competitive paid caregiver leaves

About the company

Aquatic is a quantitative investment manager in its early stage of growth. The firm's culture is shaped by collaboration, meritocracy, ambition, and calm determination.