Quantitative Research Scientist – Systematic Trading -£75K
Core
Develop original quantitative ideas and statistical/mathematical approaches to extract signal from large, noisy datasets, turning research into live production implementations for systematic trading.
Role type
Senior IC quantitative research scientist (systematic trading)
Builds
Robust production implementations of systematic trading strategies
Domain
Finance (Systematic Trading) + Quantitative Research
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Mathematical modeling, Statistical analysis, Python programming, Linux environment, Research methodology, Peer review, Data analysis
Preferred skills
C++ programming, Large-scale system architecture, Machine learning, Time-series analysis, Market microstructure knowledge
Technologies
Python, C++, Linux
Responsibilities
Develop new statistical and mathematical approaches to extracting signal from large, noisy datasets; Research and test new sources of systematic alpha; Turn research ideas into robust production implementations; Challenge and peer-review research across the team; Investigate unconventional ideas with credible path to investment value; Work closely with other researchers throughout the research, validation and implementation process
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC