Overview of Quantitative Researcher Position
We are seeking accomplished researchers with a passion for quantitative finance to grow their career in this field.
The problems we solve at Susquehanna International Group (SIG) often differ from those encountered in academia, but our challenges demand the attention of brilliant minds with an extraordinary attention to detail and a relentless pursuit of understanding.
The general lifecycle of a quant project begins with an idea that can arise from anyone, including you, your mentor, or a colleague. As a Quantitative Researcher, you will investigate this idea by immersing yourself in market data, leveraging tools in mathematics, statistics, and programming.
Through your research, you may discover a new pattern that can transform into a trading signal. You will collaborate with technologists to backtest your results and implement that trading signal into production. Once the signal is embedded in our electronic trading strategies, you will continue to research and optimize its performance.
As your trading strategy evolves, you will engage in discussions with other researchers, strategists, and traders to collect feedback and brainstorm new ideas. This process fuels the creation of new quant projects, initiating another cycle of investigation and innovation.
SIG offers a comprehensive orientation program designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry. This program covers essential topics, including options pricing, proprietary data sets, and data analysis techniques.
Beyond orientation, our trading floor serves as an unlimited source of discussion for learning and development, providing a collaborative environment where employees of every level can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Requirements:
* Honours or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or Economics
* Exceptional mathematical problem-solving skills
* Strong communication skills in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment
* Strong, practical computing skills; proficiency in a specific language is less important than your ability to efficiently get computers to accomplish tasks
* Experience working on in-depth research projects
* Finance experience is not a requirement
Benefits:
* Renowned education program incorporating classroom theory, simulated learning, and a secondment to our Philadelphia office
* Non-hierarchical culture allowing employees of every level to thrive and have an impact
* Casual, collaborative work environment with a focus on continuous development
* Highly competitive remuneration, attractive bonus, and additional leave entitlements