Quantitative Researcher
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Volant is a technology-driven trading firm made up of a close-knit group of quantitative traders and technologists. For over 10 years we have specialized in automated options, futures, and equities trading from our offices in New York, Chicago, and Hong Kong. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial culture, flat hierarchy, and cross team collaboration.
As a quantitative researcher, you will have the opportunity to do the following:
- Research, build and analyze trading strategies
- Research trading signals
- Analyze performance of trading strategies
- Create and build models for trading, pricing, and risk management
- Work on a wide range of products across different markets
In order to meet our standards, you will need the following:
- Master’s degree or higher in a quantitative field
- Excellent quantitative modeling, analytical and research skills
- Ability to find pragmatic solutions to complex problems
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Interest in financial markets, including options
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven leadership and academic excellence
We expect experience in some, though not necessarily all, of the following:
- Python and C++ programming
- Microsoft Excel and the Visual Studio suite
- Linux including shell scripts
- Processing large data sets
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