CareerPlan

Quantitative Researcher - Delta One

Chicago, IL, USFull-time$150k2026-10-07 → 2026-11-09

Core

Senior Quantitative Researcher developing systematic delta-one futures strategies, signal generation, and hedging frameworks for the FICC options trading business.

Role type

Senior IC quantitative researcher (derivatives/futures)

Builds

Systematic futures strategies, quantitative signals, and risk-efficient hedging frameworks for options portfolios

Domain

Financial markets (FICC, Futures, Options, Derivatives)

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Quantitative signal generation, statistical modeling, alpha generation, backtesting, model validation, derivatives pricing, volatility dynamics, risk modeling, Python, market microstructure, execution modeling

Preferred skills

Global futures market research, options strategy integration, portfolio construction, capital allocation, risk budgeting

Technologies

Python

Responsibilities

Research and validate systematic delta-one futures strategies across global markets; Build and refine quantitative signal generation frameworks; Develop and evaluate futures-based hedging methodologies; Model and analyze strategy and portfolio risks; Partner with traders to productionize research and establish model monitoring; Conduct rigorous backtesting, out-of-sample validation, and performance attribution; Analyze live strategy performance to identify weaknesses and opportunities; Continuously refine models for signal quality and capital efficiency

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC