Quantitative Researcher

Summary

Join Aquatic, a quantitative trading and investment company, as a Quantitative Researcher to develop and implement quantitative trading signals, models, and strategies. Collaborate with a team to design, implement, and evaluate research systems components using rigorous statistical methodologies.

Requirements

• Candidates with up to 3 years of professional experience or active student pursuing a BS or MS in mathematics, statistics, machine learning, physics, computer science, or other scientific disciplines with the expectation of graduating in 2025
• Demonstrated proficiency in quantitative analysis and problem-solving
• Proficiency in Python programming
• Prior experience tackling data-intensive challenges, conducting and completing statistical or applied mathematical research
• Successful participation in mathematical competitions a plus e.g., IMO, Putnam
• Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Intellectually curious, creative, and rigorous
• Willingness to challenge assumptions and revise opinions in the face of compelling evidence
• Self-motivated and highly productive, with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
• Willing to take ownership of one’s work, working both independently and within a small team
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple threads of work
• Able to work across disciplines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Comfortable providing and receiving actionable feedback in a collaborative team setting

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents
• Competitive 401k plan
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Casual dress
• Snacks, lunch, game room
• Team and company events
• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays
• Competitive paid caregiver leaves