Quant Researcher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil.

📋 Description

• Investigate trading opportunities by analyzing market data using fundamental statistical theories.

• Utilize programming, quantitative, and statistical skills to research market trends, reversions, patterns, and complete data-driven initiatives.

• Implement statistical methods throughout the entire process from data mining to execution.

• Demonstrate independence in designing, building, maintaining, and enhancing a systematic and data-driven framework with the necessary tools to test and assess trading algorithms and business prospects.

• Conduct research aimed at improving risk management, revenue capture, and market coverage while contributing to libraries of analytical tools for market data analysis and trade strategy optimization.

• Comply with risk and capital usage limits.

• Coordinate daily trading activities with operations, trading support, brokers, and other stakeholders.

• Employ data analysis tools to pinpoint and act upon unique market opportunities.

• Leverage cutting-edge technology to develop effective trading strategies.

• Guide, manage, or train junior traders to complete projects and understand all aspects of trading.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience, including at least 1 year in a risk-taking capacity.

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in any scientific discipline.

• Proficiency in linear algebra, statistics, and experience with large datasets.

• Strong grasp of statistical methods and predictive modeling techniques (such as regression analysis, neural networks, genetic algorithms, SVD, etc.), along with their foundational assumptions, limitations, and appropriate applications.

• A calculated risk-taker with proven experience in capitalizing on opportunities within financial markets.

• Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented, and rapidly changing environment that encourages free-flowing creativity.

• Strong work ethic, commitment to compliance, and a willingness to do what is necessary to accomplish tasks.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• High proficiency in C++ programming languages.

• Familiarity with R, Python, and Lua is advantageous.

• A proven track record of profitability while trading across multiple strategies or asset classes is highly desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• A dynamic and innovative work environment.