Quantitative Trading Strategist

3 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States WorldQuant Full time
WorldQuant: A Hub for Quantitative Excellence

At WorldQuant, we're dedicated to developing and deploying systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. Our goal is to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform, focusing on market inefficiencies.

Our Culture

We foster a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere, and we value intellectual horsepower first and foremost.

The Role

We're seeking candidates with a quantitative educational background and an interest in systematic trading. As a key member of our team, you'll support Portfolio Managers with alpha research, modelling, portfolio construction, optimization, and implementation of quantitative trading strategies.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Portfolio Managers to develop and implement quantitative trading strategies
  • Build and maintain tools and systems used throughout the quantitative research and portfolio management processes
Requirements
  • PhD or Masters degree from a top university, with a major in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, or quantitative finance discipline
  • Demonstrated ability to program in Python and/or C++, with a strong background in data structures and algorithms
  • Working knowledge of Linux
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Strong moral integrity and work ethic
Benefits
  • Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, full paid parental leave, generous PTO (paid time off) with unlimited sick days
  • Perks: Employee discounts for gym memberships, wellness activities, healthy snacks, casual dress code
  • Training: learning and development courses, speakers, team-building off-site
  • Employee resource groups

WorldQuant is a total compensation organization where you'll be eligible for a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits. The estimated salary range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000, specific to New York and may change in the future.



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