My client is seeking an experienced quantitative researcher to join a new team focused on
building a mid-frequency systematic equities trading system. The successful candidate will
work closely with the Senior Portfolio Manager to design and develop the strategy from the
ground up, taking a leading role in the research effort and the overall investment process.
This is a senior, leadership-oriented position that includes responsibility for shaping the
research agenda and supporting the growth of the team.
Core responsibilities
Research, build and maintain all aspects of the trading system, including alpha
research, signal construction and combination, portfolio construction, and trade
optimisation.
Build and maintain the quantitative research ecosystem, including data pipelines,
backtesting frameworks, and tools for evaluating model performance.
Implement robust logging, monitoring, and diagnostic processes for the trading
system, and drive timely investigation and remediation of issues.
Generate, test, and prioritise new research ideas to improve model performance and
robustness over time.
Contribute to the recruitment, mentoring, and development of junior team members,
fostering a rigorous and collaborative research culture.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Multiple years of experience working collaboratively on mid-frequency systematic
equities trading strategies.
Solid understanding of quantitative finance concepts, statistical analysis, and, ideally,
practical applications of machine learning.
Strong programming expertise in Python and related libraries (e.g. NumPy, pandas,
Polars, etc.).
Experience working with large, noisy datasets, including data cleaning, feature
engineering, and validation.
Masters or PhD in a quantitative subject
Creativity and out of the box thinking
Excellent analytical skills and a rigorous, detail-oriented approach to empirical
research.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
High attention to detail and commitment to code quality.
Effective communication and collaboration skills; ability to work well within a team
environment.
Self-starter with a proactive approach to solving technical and operational
challenges.