Quantitative Finance Researcher Jobs

Job Description This is an opportunity for students and researchers of advanced data modeling and statistical learning methods to apply these techniques to market prediction and systematic trading. Job Responsibilities Pre-process (validate, clean, normalize, reduce dimension) very large data sets for model estimation and event studies Identify features and relationships useful for the predictive modeling of market dynamics Desirable Candidates Undergraduate, MS, or PhD candidates in finance, computer science, mathematics, physics, or other quantitative discipline Programming in any of the following: C++, Java, C#, MATLAB, R, Python, or Perl Strong analytical and quantitative skills Demonstrated interest in financial markets and systematic trading Clear, concise, and proactive communicator Detail-oriented Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team The annual base salary is $120,000-$180,000 (USD) which will be prorated based on internship start and end date. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

About BlockTech BlockTech is an algorithmic trading firm operating at the frontier of global crypto derivatives and spot markets. We trade 24/7 across some of the fastest-moving, most data-rich venues in finance. Crypto remains one of the few markets where a researcher can still meaningfully move the edge: abundant data, novel microstructure, and the shortest possible loop between a research idea and live PnL. We're looking for an experienced Quantitative Researcher to take ownership of that edge and push it further. The role This is a senior, hands-on research seat on our trading floor. You'll own a research agenda end-to-end from hypothesis, dataset construction, feature engineering, model training, backtesting, live deployment, monitoring, and iteration. You'll be trusted to set its direction. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow researchers, traders and analysts, shape how we price and trade, and help raise the bar for research across the floor, including mentoring less experienced researchers and influencing the tools and standards the team relies on. You will: Own price-prediction, signal, execution, and anomaly-detection models across crypto derivatives and spot markets from idea to live PnL using state-of-the-art ML Shape our research, backtesting, and trading infrastructure together with engineers, so good ideas reach production quickly and safely Own models in production: monitor live performance, diagnose decay, and iterate on what you ship Set research direction alongside traders, deciding which trades are worth making and why Raise the research bar by mentoring colleagues, reviewing work, and setting standards for rigour What we're looking for 4+ years of hands-on quantitative research and/or applied ML experience, with a track record of models you've taken into production trading live A strong academic foundation in a quantitative discipline (mathematics, physics, statistics, computer science, ML/AI, or similar) Fluency in Python and the modern

About BlockTech BlockTech is a fast-paced algorithmic trading firm at the frontier of global cryptocurrency derivatives and spot markets. We trade 24/7 across some of the most data-rich, fast-moving venues in finance, and we use that data to build smarter models, sharper signals, and more adaptive systems. Crypto is one of the few markets where a researcher can still meaningfully move the edge. The data is abundant, the microstructure is novel, and the feedback loop between a research idea and live PnL couldn’t be shorter. We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for a Quantitative Researcher with a strong machine learning toolkit to help us push that edge further. The role As a Quantitative Researcher on our trading floor, you’ll own ideas end-to-end from hypothesis and dataset construction through feature engineering, model training and backtesting, all the way to live deployment, monitoring, and iterative improvement. You’ll sit shoulder-to-shoulder with Quantitative Traders and Quantitative Analysts, and your work will directly drive how we price and trade. What you’ll work on Collaborating closely with traders to translate research insights into systematic trading strategies Designing, developing and deploying models for price prediction, signal generation, execution, and anomaly detection across crypto derivatives and spot markets using state-of-the-art AI and ML techniques. Building robust trading, backtesting and research infrastructure alongside our engineers, so promising ideas can move into production quickly and safely Owning models in production: monitoring live performance, diagnosing decay, and iterating on what you ship What we’re looking for A strong academic background in a quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, Econometrics, ML/AI, or similar), typically a PhD or an MSc with strong research experience Fluency in Python and the modern ML stack (PyTorch and/or TensorFlow, scikit-learn, NumPy, pandas) A deep, intuit

About BlockTech BlockTech is a fast-paced algorithmic trading firm at the frontier of global cryptocurrency derivatives and spot markets. We trade 24/7 across some of the most data-rich, fast-moving venues in finance, and we use that data to build smarter models, sharper signals, and more adaptive systems. Crypto is one of the few markets where a researcher can still meaningfully move the edge. The data is abundant, the microstructure is novel, and the feedback loop between a research idea and live PnL couldn’t be shorter. We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for a Quantitative Researcher with a strong machine learning toolkit to help us push that edge further. The role As a Quantitative Researcher on our trading floor, you’ll own ideas end-to-end from hypothesis and dataset construction through feature engineering, model training and backtesting, all the way to live deployment, monitoring, and iterative improvement. You’ll sit shoulder-to-shoulder with Quantitative Traders and Quantitative Analysts, and your work will directly drive how we price and trade. You will: Collaborate closely with traders to translate research insights into systematic trading strategies Design, develop and deploy models for price prediction, signal generation, execution, and anomaly detection across crypto derivatives and spot markets using state-of-the-art AI and ML techniques. Build robust trading, backtesting and research infrastructure alongside our engineers, so promising ideas can move into production quickly and safely Own models in production: monitoring live performance, diagnosing decay, and iterating on what you ship What we're looking for A strong academic background in a quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, Econometrics, ML/AI, or similar), typically a PhD or an MSc with strong research experience Fluency in Python and the modern ML stack (PyTorch and/or TensorFlow, scikit-learn, NumPy, pandas) A deep, intuitive grasp of overfitting, g

About BlockTech BlockTech is an algorithmic trading firm operating at the frontier of global crypto derivatives and spot markets. We trade 24/7 across some of the fastest-moving, most data-rich venues in finance. Crypto remains one of the few markets where a researcher can still meaningfully move the edge: abundant data, novel microstructure, and the shortest possible loop between a research idea and live PnL. We're looking for an experienced Quantitative Researcher to take ownership of that edge and push it further. The role This is a senior, hands-on research seat on our trading floor. You'll own a research agenda end-to-end from hypothesis, dataset construction, feature engineering, model training, backtesting, live deployment, monitoring, and iteration. You'll be trusted to set its direction. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow researchers, traders and analysts, shape how we price and trade, and help raise the bar for research across the floor, including mentoring less experienced researchers and influencing the tools and standards the team relies on. What you'll do Own price-prediction, signal, execution, and anomaly-detection models across crypto derivatives and spot markets from idea to live PnL using state-of-the-art ML Shape our research, backtesting, and trading infrastructure together with engineers, so good ideas reach production quickly and safely Own models in production: monitor live performance, diagnose decay, and iterate on what you ship Set research direction alongside traders, deciding which trades are worth making and why Raise the research bar by mentoring colleagues, reviewing work, and setting standards for rigour What we're looking for 4+ years of hands-on quantitative research and/or applied ML experience, with a track record of models you've taken into production trading live A strong academic foundation in a quantitative discipline (mathematics, physics, statistics, computer science, ML/AI, or similar) Fluency in Python and the m

We are looking for researchers to join our Quantitative Equity team. We are a top-performing quant fund that manages over $111 billion in financial assets, with a track record spanning more than two decades . As a privately owned firm, we take a long-term perspective, investing in lasting business success and the long-term careers of our people. What You Will Do Investing presents a rich set of research problems that you will explore in this role. Quantitative Researchers lead the development of our investment models and strategies. This requires thinking deeply about the factors that determine business success and modeling the complex dynamics of capital markets, including how information is created, interpreted and reflected in prices . Y our work will have a direct impact on investment outcomes. You will own your research projects from beginning to end, including idea generation, signal construction, backtesting and calibration. There is plenty of opportunity to collaborate with your peers and receive mentorship from senior members of our research team. Our team works with: State-of-the-art techniques, including reinforcement learning, large language models, AI agents and econometric methods Large financial and alternative data Advanced technologies, such as high-performance computing infrastructure and custom research systems What You Bring Exceptional quantitative and technical ability : a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics, finance or a related discipline An interest in finance: an interest in the domain is essential ; an understanding of capital markets and the drivers of business success is valuable but not required Evidence of exceptional ability and achievement: demonstrated through academic, professional, research, competition, entrepreneurship, or other accomplishments The starting annual base salary range is $200,000 – $350,000 for new graduates.

Role/Responsibilities: We are seeking a quantitative researcher to join an NLP quant team within Point72. We believe the significant advances in NLP methods show promise for finance. We develop and launch end-to-end signals, from data processing to performance testing. The ideal candidate will have strong machine learning, data science and software engineering skills, some experience with modern NLP, and a curiosity about finance and trading. Responsibilities may include: Using NLP to construct features from varied datasets Formulating research hypotheses to derive alpha Building and testing the performance of trading signals based on NLP and financial features Launching identified signals into production Requirements: Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree in computer science or other quantitative discipline Proficient in Python and general software engineering principles (github, testing, dev workflow) Strong understanding of machine learning and statistics Prior research experience preferred Experience with deep learning, specifically NLP (PyTorch, HuggingFace, LLMs, etc.) preferred Data science stack familiarity preferred An interest in financial markets Great attitude A collaborative mindset Commitment to the highest ethical standards About Point72: Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here.

We are looking for research interns to join our Quantitative Equity team for 4 to 8 months starting in January or May 2027. We are a top-performing quant fund that manages over $111 billion in financial assets, with a track record spanning more than two decades. As a privately owned firm, we take a long-term perspective, investing in lasting business success and the long-term careers of our people. What You Will Do Investing presents a rich set of research problems that you will explore in this role. Quantitative Researchers lead the development of our investment models and strategies. As an intern, you will work on a real investment research project that requires thinking deeply about the factors that determine business success and modeling the complex dynamics of capital markets, including how information is created, interpreted and reflected in prices. Y our work will have a direct impact on investment outcomes. You will own your research project from beginning to end, including idea generation, signal construction, backtesting and calibration. There is plenty of opportunity to collaborate with your peers and receive mentorship from senior members of our research team. Our team works with: State-of-the-art techniques, including reinforcement learning, large language models, AI agents and econometric methods Large financial and alternative data Advanced technologies, such as high-performance computing infrastructure and custom research systems What You Bring Exceptional quantitative and technical ability : a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics, finance or a related discipline An interest in finance: an interest in the domain is essential ; an understanding of capital markets and the drivers of business success is valuable but not required Evidence of exceptional ability and achievement: demonstrated through academic, professional, research, competition

A Career with Point72’s Market Intelligence Team On our proprietary research team—Market Intelligence—you’ll support Canvas team members as they work with our investment professionals and Compliance team to uncover insights about companies, industries, and the broader economy through deep fundamental research and applying data science and engineering techniques to alternative data sets. You’ll work alongside a talented team with diverse skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. Canvas is the supply chain research group within Market Intelligence. Canvas conducts compliant supply chain research by developing deep industry expertise, talking with private company executives, and synthesizing information for portfolio managers and analysts. Our team produces impactful research that will change the way you look at the world. About the Fundamental Researcher Internship When you join the Canvas team, you’re signing up for the learning experience of a lifetime. You will never look at anything the same way—from grocery stores to tires to semiconductors. Every day, Canvas team members speak with some of the most successful private company executives and learn about the businesses they’ve spent their lives building. The team synthesizes findings in comprehensive reports that are consumed by our investment professionals. Other Market Intelligence divisions conduct quantitative research to explain what is going on in an industry. As a Canvas Fundamental Researcher, our qualitative research helps explain why it is happening. During the 10-week program based in our New York office, you will gain exposure to: How Canvas develops subject matter expertise across a range of industries Gathering insights from small, medium, and large private company executives into their businesses and the industries in which they operate, including real-time changes in supply/demand dynamics, emerging competitors, markets, and technologies Synt

ABOUT CANVAS On our proprietary research team—Market Intelligence—you’ll partner with our investment professionals and Compliance team to uncover insights about companies, industries, and the broader economy through deep fundamental research. Canvas is the supply chain research group within Market Intelligence. Canvas conducts compliant supply chain research by developing deep industry expertise, talking with private company executives, and synthesizing information for portfolio managers and analysts—our team produces impactful research that will change the way you look at the world. ROLE SUMMARY When you join the Canvas team, you’re signing up for the learning experience of your life. You will never look at anything the same—from grocery stores to tires to semiconductors. Every day you will speak with some of the most successful private company executives and learn about the businesses they’ve spent their lives building. You will synthesize your findings in comprehensive reports that are consumed by our investment professionals. Other Market Intelligence divisions perform quantitative research to explain what is going on in an industry. As a fundamental researcher, your qualitative research will explain why. In this role you will: Become a subject matter expert on an assigned industry Learn from small, medium, and large private company executives about their businesses and the industries in which they operate, including gathering qualitative data on what is happening (e.g., structural shifts, changes in supply/demand dynamics, and emerging competitors, markets, and technologies) and, importantly, why it is happening Synthesize your findings in comprehensive reports that present a view of the industry Gain unparalleled exposure to, and learn from, Compliance approved private company executives across industries, and your colleagues Interact directly with our investment professionals and learn the discretionary investment process WHAT EXCITES YOU Staying current on t

ABOUT CANVAS On our proprietary research team—Market Intelligence—you’ll partner with our Investment Professionals and Compliance team to uncover insights about companies, industries, and the broader economy through deep fundamental research. Canvas is the supply chain research group within Market Intelligence. Canvas conducts compliant supply chain research by developing deep industry expertise, talking with private company executives, and synthesizing information for portfolio managers and analysts – our team produces impactful research that will change the way you look at the world. ROLE SUMMARY When you join the Canvas team, you’re signing up for the learning experience of your life. You will never look at anything the same – from grocery stores to tires to semiconductors. Every day you will speak with some of the most successful private company executives and learn about the businesses they’ve spent their lives building. You will synthesize your findings in comprehensive reports that are consumed by our investment professionals. Other Market Intelligence divisions do quantitative research to explain what is going on in an industry. As a Fundamental Researcher, your qualitative research will explain the why. In this role you will: Become a subject matter expert on an assigned industry Learn from small, medium, and large private company executives about their businesses and the industries in which they operate, including gathering qualitative data on what is happening (e.g., structural shifts; real-time changes in supply/demand dynamics; and emerging competitors, markets, and technologies) and, importantly, why it is happening Synthesize your findings in comprehensive reports that present a view of the industry Gain unparalleled exposure to, and learn from, business leaders across industries, including private company executives and your colleagues Interact directly with our investment professionals and learn the discretionary

JOB DESCRIPTION This is an opportunity for students and researchers of advanced data modeling and statistical learning methods to apply these techniques to market prediction and systematic trading. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Pre-process (validate, clean, normalize, reduce dimension) very large data sets for model estimation and event studies Identify features and relationships useful for the predictive modeling of market dynamics DESIRABLE CANDIDATES MS, or PhD candidates in finance, computer science, mathematics, physics, or other quantitative discipline Programming in any of the following: C++, Java, C#, MATLAB, R, Python, or Perl Strong analytical and quantitative skills Demonstrated interest in financial markets and systematic trading Clear, concise, and proactive communicator Detail-oriented Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team

About BlockTech BlockTech is an algorithmic trading firm operating at the frontier of global crypto derivatives and spot markets. We trade 24/7 across some of the fastest-moving, most data-rich venues in finance. Crypto is one of the few markets where the gap between a good model and live PnL comes down to how fast and how reliably you can ship it. Abundant data, novel microstructure, and a short path to production mean the quality of our infrastructure directly moves the edge. We're looking for a Quantitative Developer to build that infrastructure and get our models into production. The role This is a hands-on engineering seat on our trading floor. You'll own the infrastructure that turns research models into production trading systems, working primarily in Python and Rust, the language our models and systems are written in. You'll build the frameworks and tooling that let quants ship their code to production and keep those systems running once they're live. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with researchers, traders, and fellow engineers, building the tooling, pipelines, and standards that let good ideas reach production quickly and safely, and helping raise the engineering bar across the floor. You will Build and own the infrastructure that takes models from research to production - data pipelines, backtesting, deployment, and monitoring. Turn research prototypes into robust, performant, production-grade code that runs reliably in live trading Work closely with quantitative researchers and traders to get new models live quickly and safely Own the systems you ship in production: monitor performance, diagnose issues, and keep latency and reliability high Improve the tools, standards, and pipelines the team relies on, raising the engineering bar across the floor What we're looking for 2+ years of software engineering experience, with a track record of shipping production-grade systems A strong academic foundation in a STEM discipline (computer science, mathematics, p

NK Securities Research is a leading financial firm that leverages cutting-edge technology, data-driven research, and sophisticated algorithms to trade financial markets. Founded in 2011, we have built deep expertise in high-frequency trading across different asset classes. We are a fast-growing organization with a strong research and technology culture. The firm’s lean and meritocratic structure enables individuals to work closely with experienced researchers, traders, and engineers, while taking ownership of high-impact problems from an early stage. Role Overview We are looking for an AI/ML Researcher to join our central AI/ML research team in India. This is a research-intensive role suited for individuals who enjoy mathematical problem-solving, experimentation, and working with complex, noisy, high-dimensional datasets. The role will involve close collaboration with quantitative researchers, traders, engineers, and business stakeholders to identify areas where AI/ML can create meaningful value across the firm. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working on open-ended research problems, converting ideas into structured experiments, and building models that can be evaluated rigorously in real-world settings. Key Responsibilities As an AI/ML Researcher, you will: Work on our GPU cluster to research and understand the fine-grained behavior of large neural networks and LLM training. Fine-tune existing open-source models and build benchmarks to evaluate their performance. Explore and analyze large-scale financial market datasets. Build ML and statistical models for pattern discovery, prediction, and signal generation. Work on short-horizon, noisy, and non-stationary market data. Conduct feature engineering, model validation, and performance evaluation. Study pricing, market microstructure, and execution-related research problems. Convert research ideas into structured experiments with measurable outcomes. Collaborate with quantitative researchers, trad

We are a special software team embedded in a top performing quantitative equity fund that manages over $78+ billion USD in financial assets. This is a fantastic opportunity in the exciting intersection of finance and technology where investment decisions are made using technology. Quantitative equity funds use programmed investment strategies and as a result, our developers are crucial to its success. The team is headquartered and deeply rooted in West Coast Vancouver. We place high value on maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit and creating a culture where each of us has opportunities to succeed. What You Will Do Developers play an essential role through innovative technologies: machine learning, cloud computing, optimization engines, non-traditional high-performance databases, custom applications and data visualization. You own the entire software life cycle: Collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts and researchers to analyze interesting financial problems. Design, plan and implement solutions in an entrepreneurial spirit. Keep investment systems running smoothly through enhancements and support. What You Bring Programming Knowledge – you have an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate degree in a computer-related field OR exceptional programming skills gained through your work experience. Deeply Analytical – you possess an analytical mind and enjoy mental challenges. An ability to perform deep thoughtful analysis is required for this role. Passion for Technology – we work with several programming languages (Kdb+/Q, Python, R, Java, C#, Spark) and upfront knowledge is not required. If you are passionate about technology, learning new languages and concepts is natural and fun. Collaborative Communication – you have a collaborative spirit that helps you to work well with others and you communicate effectively. Interest in Investment Management – this is key. Your interest will help you learn about our complex domain. We we