Senior Quantitative Researcher

Company: Cornucopia IT Resourcing
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Senior Quantitative Researcher – High-Frequency Trading

London

£160,000 – £180,000 + Exceptional Bonus Potential

Are you ready to take your quantitative research expertise to new heights? Join a globally recognized asset management and technology powerhouse at the cutting edge of high-frequency trading. Our client partners with leading institutions worldwide to deliver advanced fintech solutions that drive innovation in the financial sector.

As a Senior Quantitative Researcher, you will be at the forefront of alpha discovery and system optimization, working with a high-performance team to revolutionize trading strategies and low-latency infrastructure. Your impact will shape the future of global financial markets.

What You’ll Do

  • Spearhead research on short-term alpha signals, leveraging statistical modeling to uncover profitable trading opportunities.
  • Optimize and enhance low-latency trading systems, ensuring peak performance in fast-paced environments.
  • Solve complex, data-intensive challenges using cutting-edge quantitative techniques and vast time-series datasets.
  • Collaborate with a world-class team to innovate and refine trading strategies for global markets.

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven expertise in high-frequency trading (HFT) within traditional finance or cryptocurrency markets.
  • In-depth understanding of alpha signal development and low-latency trading infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL, alongside working knowledge of C++ or Java for high-performance applications.
  • Hands-on experience with large-scale time-series data analysis to drive actionable insights.
  • A passion for solving complex problems and pushing the boundaries of quantitative research and ideally PHD level in a relevant field.

Why Join Us?

  • Collaborate with industry leaders in a dynamic and supportive environment.
  • Access unparalleled resources and tools to drive innovation in trading and research.
  • Be rewarded for your contributions with highly competitive compensation and significant upside potential through performance-based bonuses.
  • Shape the future of financial technology on a global scale.

Ready to make an impact where innovation meets opportunity? Apply now to embark on your next career-defining challenge!

This version emphasizes the exciting nature of the role, highlights potential rewards, and frames the client as a leading-edge, innovative player in the financial technology space, all without directly mentioning Citadel Securities.

Posted: January 1st, 2025