Quantitative Researcher, Trading Research

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New York Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted March 27, 2025
Job description

Role/Responsibilities

  • Research and develop in-house trading strategies, used by both discretionary and quantitative traders.
  • Conduct quantitative research on market microstructure, applying knowledge to improve trading algorithm and identify market anomalies.
  • Develop and maintain predictive models to optimize trade execution and minimize transaction costs, utilizing both linear and non-linear techniques.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including portfolio managers and researchers, to design and implement solutions for the trading strategies.
  • Stay current and report on changes in market microstructure.

Requirements

  • Master's degree or higher in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in quantitative research, building statistical models for intraday study.
  • Solid understanding of market impact.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++. Experience in AWS is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge in macro products, including FX and bonds, is a plus.
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards. 

The annual base salary range is $125,000-200,000 (USD). Actual compensation offered to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

 

About this role

Summary

Research and develop trading strategies, build models, analyze market microstructure, collaborate with teams.

Job title

Quantitative Researcher, Trading Research

Experience level

2+ years

Industry

finance

Location requirements

New York, on-site preferred, remote possible

Salary

$125,000-200,000

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

pythonc++quantitative researchstatistical modelsmarket impact

Preferred skills

awsmacro productsfxbonds

Specializations

market microstructuretrading strategiespredictive modelsalgorithm development
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New York, NY, USA

On-site City