Quantitative Researcher
| Company | DV Trading |
|---|---|
| Location | Chicago, IL, USA, New York, NY, USA |
| Salary | $100000 – $120000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PhD |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- An advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance or a related field (PhD preferred)
- Programming proficiency in Python, SQL and C++
- 2+ years of experience with derivative pricing, portfolio optimization, quant investing and quant strategies
- Exceptional mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving ability
- Experience solving data-intensive problems is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to complete statistical or applied mathematical research is a plus
- Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment is a plus
- Self-motivated and highly productive with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
Responsibilities
- Develop a variety of signals, models, and strategies for trading financial markets
- Design and implement various components of the research system
- Evaluate the effectiveness of research components using accurate statistical methods
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience solving data-intensive problems is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to complete statistical or applied mathematical research is a plus
- Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment is a plus