Full-Time
Quantitative Researcher
Data Curation
IMC Trading
1,001-5,000 employees
Proprietary trading using quantitative strategies
Compensation Overview
$200k - $275k/yr
Chicago, IL, USA
In Person
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- 3+ years of experience in a quantitative research or data-focused role in financial markets, ideally in a systematic trading environment
- Proven experience working with a diverse range of trading and financial data
- Must have previous knowledge of options markets and experience working with options data
- Hands-on experience integrating and analyzing non-market data sources is a plus
- Strong understanding of data vendor landscape
- Advanced proficiency in Python
- Experience with databases (SQL) and handling large datasets efficiently
- Familiarity with real-time data systems and tick-level data processing
- Familiarity with statistical and machine learning techniques
- Exceptional attention to detail and a systematic approach to problem-solving
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Curate, cleanse, and validate large volumes of market data, focusing on US equity and equity options
- Integrate, preprocess, and evaluate fundamental & alternative data sources
- Work closely with data acquisition & global data team to assess data quality
- Build and maintain robust data pipelines for research and live trading environments
- Perform data analysis ad statistical modeling to identify patterns and inefficiencies in the market
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of datasets used in quantitative modeling.
- Document research processes, data provenance, and results with high standards of clarity and reproducibility
- Collaborate with software engineers and traders to translate research into production-grade models and tools
- Conduct quantitative research and analysis to support and enhance trading strategies
IMC Trading is a global proprietary trading firm that uses technology and quantitative strategies to trade financial instruments such as stocks, options, and futures with its own capital. It operates in major markets (Amsterdam, Chicago, Sydney) and serves a diverse client base including institutional investors and individual traders. The company identifies market inefficiencies through advanced algorithms and data analytics, with teams of mathematicians, technologists, and traders who continuously improve strategies and build in-house solutions. Unlike firms that manage external funds, IMC trades for its own balance sheet, aiming to earn profits by executing high-frequency and systematic trades across global markets. Its approach centers on a culture of curiosity, continuous improvement, and collaboration, aiming to optimize markets while fostering an inclusive environment where employees can contribute meaningfully.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Founded
1989
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- IMC expanded to 2,070 employees across 10 offices including Mumbai.
- IMC invests in AI, machine learning for alpha generation strategies.
- IMC pioneers FPGA infrastructure for crypto, FX, futures trading.
What critics are saying
- SpectrAxe CLOB bypasses IMC's FX options market making within 12 months.
- Susquehanna erodes IMC's options volume on CBOE in 6 months.
- EU MiFID III forces disclosure of IMC's HFT algos from Amsterdam in 3 months.
What makes IMC Trading unique
- IMC ranks top-three in global listed options liquidity provision.
- IMC leads market making for over 150 US ETFs on NYSE Arca.
- IMC acquired Altas Technologies in 2023 to boost HFT capabilities.
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Benefits
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Parental leave
20 paid days annual leave
PTO
Paid sick leave
Fitness reimbursement
Fully-stocked kitchen in office
401k up to 4% match
IMC employee events
Donation match
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