Quantitative Researcher, Futures Signal Modeling
Diversified proprietary trading firm trading its own capital across many asset classes
| Employer | Diversified proprietary trading firm trading its own capital across many asset classes (not named) |
|---|---|
| Location | New York, NY · On-site |
| Type & level | Full-time · Mid-level |
| Pay | USD 150k–250k base Source: pay range stated in the source posting |
| Visa path | O-1A fit |
| Role family | Derivatives & Risk Quant |
About the role
This researcher improves systematic trading signals using machine learning and statistical methods. The focus is non-linear signal combination, regime-aware models and bringing new data into existing research and risk systems, with close work alongside traders and other quants.
What you'll do
- Design non-linear signal combination frameworks that improve on existing linear and mean-variance approaches.
- Build regime-aware and conditional models driven by market states such as volatility and correlations.
- Research, develop and validate machine learning trading signals on intraday and daily data.
- Integrate signals into risk sizing, portfolio construction and optimization frameworks.
- Work with traders and infrastructure teams to move research into production.
Requirements
- 3+ years in quantitative research, systematic trading or applied machine learning in financial markets.
- Strong foundation in machine learning, statistics and optimization.
- Advanced degree (master's or PhD).
- Proficiency in Python and common data and ML libraries.
- Experience with time-series data and predictive models.
- Clear communication of results to trading teams.
Nice to have
Pay & benefits
USD 150k–250k base. The posting lists an annual discretionary bonus, medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k with discretionary employer match, disability and life coverage, and health and flexible spending accounts.
Pay source: pay range stated in the source posting. Market data, not an offer from O1DMatch.
Visa path
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