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Squarepoint Capital

Senior Quant Researcher - Volatility

Montréal, QC, Canada

The minimum base salary for this role is $150,000 if located in New York.

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Job details

Pay: The minimum base salary for this role is $150,000 if located in New York.
Posting language: English
Posted: May 28, 2019

Original job description

Position Overview:

Research and implement strategies within the firm’s automated trading framework.
Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities.
Develop a strong understanding of market structure of various exchanges and asset classes.

Typical Day of Quant Researcher:

Primary focus throughout the day is on researching and implementing trading ideas.
Before market open, check that all required data and related processes are ready for the trading day.
During market hours, sporadically monitor behavior and performance of strategies.

Required Qualifications:

Quantitative background - includes degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics.
Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (e.g. C++, Java, Python).
Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions.
Ability to work well under pressure.

The minimum base salary for this role is $150,000 if located in New York. This expectation is based on available information at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, which could constitute a significant portion of total compensation. This role may also be eligible for benefits, such as health, dental, and other wellness plans, as well as 401(k) contributions. Successful candidates’ compensation and benefits will be determined in consideration of various factors.

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Responsibilities

The senior quant researcher at Squarepoint Capital will spend most of the day researching and building trading ideas. They will check data and processes before market open and watch strategy performance during market hours.

Requirements

Candidates need a quantitative degree such as mathematics, statistics, econometrics, financial engineering, operations research, computer science or physics. They need proficiency in at least one programming language like C++, Java or Python, plus strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Skills

Python
C++
Java
Statistical analysis
Econometrics
Time series analysis
Market microstructure
Algorithmic trading
Data analysis
Volatility modelling
Strategy research
Communication
Quantitative modelling
Financial engineering

Benefits

Discretionary bonus
Health, dental and wellness plans
401(k) contributions

Keywords

quantitative research
quant researcher
volatility
algorithmic trading
automated trading
statistical arbitrage
market microstructure
financial engineering
econometrics
Python
C++
Java
data analysis
statistical modelling
options
hedge fund
trading strategies
high-frequency trading

Seniority

Senior

Perks

Retirement plan
Performance bonus
Wellness program

Tools

Python
C++
Java

Languages

English

Fields of study

Mathematics
Statistics
Econometrics
Financial Engineering
Operations Research

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