Locations
Montreal, QC, Canada • London, UK • Houston, TX, USA • New York, NY, USA
Role: Senior Quant Researcher - Risk
Squarepoint is a global investment management firm that utilizes a diversified portfolio of systematic and quantitative strategies across financial markets that seeks to achieve high quality, uncorrelated returns for our clients. We have deep expertise in trading, technology and operations and attribute our success to rigorous scientific research. As a technology and data-driven firm, we design and build our own cutting-edge systems, from high performance trading platforms to large scale data analysis and compute farms. With main investment offices in New York, London and Singapore, we emphasize true, global collaboration by aligning our investment, technology and operations teams functionally around the world.
Overview of Quant Researcher Position:
- Research and identify new risks in strategies positions.
- Propose and implement modification to the risk modelling framework.
- Develop a strong understanding of major risks of various asset classes.
Typical Day of Quant Researcher:
- Primary focus throughout the day is on analyzing risk and new strategies/asset classes.
- Review various reports and analysis produced by the team.
- During market hours, sporadically monitor tools used to evaluate and alert the live portfolio risks.
Skill Set Required For Position:
- Quantitative background - includes degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics.
- Programming proficiency with at least one major programming language (e.g. C++, Java).
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
The minimum base salary for this role is $60,000 if located in New York. This expectation is based on available information at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, which could constitute a significant portion of total compensation. This role may also be eligible for benefits, such as health, dental, and other wellness plans, as well as 401(k) contributions. Successful candidates’ compensation and benefits will be determined in consideration of various factors.
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