Quant Developer

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Full Time
No Travel Required

Skills

database design
Quant
Python
PhD or Masters in Mathematics
KDP

Job Details

Quant Developer

Location: NYC

Hybrid - 2/3 days in the office

Excellent Base + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Role/Responsibilities:

  • Building components for both live trading and simulation
  • Refining and increasing automation and robustness of the research infrastructure including alpha estimation, risk modeling, and back testing components
  • Building tools for signal blending, simulation, portfolio construction, the research framework, and dashboards
  • Maintaining and updating the platform, ensuring its stability, robustness, and security
  • Developing robust data checking and storage procedures
  • Troubleshooting and resolving any systems related issues and handle the release of code fixes and enhancements

Requirements:

  • Must have a Masters or PhD in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or other quantitative discipline
  • 2+ years of current or prior Hedge fund experience
  • 2+ years of experience designing and developing research tools and live trading infrastructure at a quant hedge fund
  • Experience handling connections to execution/order management systems
  • Strong programming skills in Python
  • Experience with KDB, database design, and large datasets
  • Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards