Quant Researcher: Model‑Driven Trading & Mentorship (Onsite)

Tradermath; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to design and implement advanced models and conduct large-scale data analysis. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in quantitative fields and strong programming skills, primarily in Python. This position offers a competitive salary range of $250,000-$300,000 and opportunities for growth through mentorship. The role is based in New York with potential collaboration in Philadelphia as well.

Qualifications

• Graduating by Summer 2026 in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or Economics.
• Excellent logical reasoning and passion for data-driven decision-making.
• Comfortable processing and analyzing large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Design, validate, backtest, and implement statistical and advanced machine learning models.
• Collaborate with systematic traders and technologists.
• Backtest ideas using historical market data.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Clear communication

Programming in Python

Strategic thinking

Self-motivated

Education

Masters in quantitative fields

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

A leading trading firm is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to design and implement advanced models and conduct large-scale data analysis. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in quantitative fields and strong programming skills, primarily in Python. This position offers a competitive salary range of $250,000-$300,000 and opportunities for growth through mentorship. The role is based in New York with potential collaboration in Philadelphia as well.