Derivatives Quantitative Researcher | Trading Team

The role

The researcher will apply math, statistics, and machine learning techniques to identify patterns and predict market signals in the global derivatives space. They will collaborate with scientists, traders, hardware and software developers, and market facing business teams.

What you will do

• Apply math, statistics, and machine learning techniques to identify patterns and predict market signals in global derivatives space
• Collaborate with scientists, traders, hardware and software developers, and market facing business teams
• Other duties as assigned or needed

Required qualifications

• Proven experience in developing successful quantitative driven strategies
• Strong market expertise in one of the following products: equity options, ADRs, ETFs, index
• Demonstrable experience developing or working on fair value models
• Deep understanding of derivatives market complexity, product structure and market mechanisms
• Solid development skills in Python and/or C++
• Master or PhD degree in applied mathematics, statistics, operations research, machine learning, physics, and science related subjects from top tier university
• Reliable and predictable availability

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance
• Paid vacation plus paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness Programs

About the company

Jump Trading Group is committed to world class research. They empower talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to apply cutting edge research to global financial markets.