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Quantitative Analyst II

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

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Quantitative Analyst II

Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid

$70K - $75K/yr

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Quantitative Analyst III

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$85K - $99K/yr

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Quantitative Analyst III

Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid

$85K - $99K/yr

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Quantitative Analyst - Rates XVA

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $250K/yr

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Design and build analytics libraries used for the pricing and risk management of complex financial instruments across the Rates XVA desk. * Develop and implement quantitative pricing models using ...

Senior Quantitative Analyst

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$94K - $117K/yr

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The Senior Financial Analyst joining the Quantitative Analysis team will leverage their transactional and financial modeling experience to play an integral role in supporting the leadership for the ...

Rainbook provides investors with an unbiased review of their financial advisor. After clients ... The Quantitative Analyst role will dive deep into portfolio analytics and Fund Analysis while also ...

AM Quantitative Analyst I

Boston, MA · On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

Performs quantitative research analysis and coordinates with other analysts, portfolio managers ... Handles financial packages using portfolio management tools -- FactSet and Bloomberg. Employs ...

Quantitative Analyst III

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site +1

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Corporate Finance Opportunity in Financial Services Quantitative Analyst III Location(s): Scottsdale: 18700 N Hayden Rd, Suite 255, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Osaic is not considering remote candidates at ...

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How much do financial quantitative analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for financial quantitative analyst in the United States is $88,111.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $110,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do financial quantitative analysts typically collaborate with other departments within a financial institution?

Financial Quantitative Analysts often work closely with teams such as risk management, trading, portfolio management, and IT. They provide quantitative models and analytical tools that help inform trading strategies, risk assessments, and investment decisions. Collaboration may involve communicating complex statistical findings in accessible terms, working on cross-functional projects, and ensuring that models meet the practical needs of end-users. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential, as analysts must regularly translate technical insights into actionable recommendations for colleagues with varying levels of technical expertise.

What is the difference between Financial Quantitative Analyst vs Financial Data Analyst?

AspectFinancial Quantitative AnalystFinancial Data Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in Finance, Mathematics, or Statistics; often certifications like CFA or CQFDegree in Finance, Economics, or Data Science; certifications less common
Work EnvironmentQuantitative research teams, hedge funds, investment banksBanking, asset management, financial services firms
Job FocusDeveloping complex models to predict market behavior and manage riskAnalyzing financial data to generate reports and support decision-making

The main difference between a Financial Quantitative Analyst and a Financial Data Analyst lies in their focus and complexity of work. Quantitative Analysts develop advanced models for trading and risk management, requiring strong mathematical skills. Data Analysts focus on interpreting financial data to inform business decisions, often using standard analytical tools. Both roles are vital in finance but serve different functions within organizations.

What is a financial quantitative analyst?

Financial Quantitative Analysts, often known as 'quants,' are professionals who use mathematical models, statistical techniques, and computer algorithms to analyze financial markets and securities. They develop strategies for trading, risk management, and investment by interpreting complex financial data. Quants often work for banks, hedge funds, asset management firms, or financial technology companies. Their expertise helps organizations make data-driven decisions to maximize returns and minimize risks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a financial quantitative analyst?

To thrive as a Financial Quantitative Analyst, you need strong quantitative analysis skills, advanced knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and finance, typically supported by a degree in a quantitative field such as mathematics, finance, or engineering. Proficiency with programming languages like Python, R, or MATLAB, as well as experience with financial modeling tools and data analysis systems, is essential. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for interpreting data and conveying complex findings. These skills enable analysts to develop accurate financial models, assess risk, and support strategic decision-making in fast-paced financial environments.
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Infographic showing various Financial Quantitative Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,111 per year, or $42.4 per hour.

AM Quantitative Analyst I

Fidelity Investments

Boston, MA • On-site

$145K/yr

Full-time

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Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Position Description:
Conducts research to mitigate portfolio exposure to risk factors including equity beta and duration within a multi-asset and liability-driven investment context. Builds robust quantitative tools to support all aspects of portfolio construction. Monitors, measures, and attributes portfolio risks and returns. Assists with the implementation of multi-asset class portfolios. Develops Python code to implement financial models that drive global market asset allocation and security selection. Creates web-based tools and dashboards using Python and Dash to visualize fund performance and risk metrics. Performs attribution and risk analysis on managed fund performance.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Conducts research on strategic design and active allocation, from initial concept through full implementation.
  • Understands, maintains, and improves infrastructure that supports the investment process.
  • Builds and automates tools to monitor portfolios for compliance with mandates and risk boundaries.
  • Builds dashboards to help portfolio managers manage client portfolios.
  • Collaborates closely with investment and technology professionals within the division.
  • Provides insights and investment recommendations that are based on quantitative analysis.
  • Assists in domestic and international multi asset class research.
  • Supports multi-account portfolio construction processes.
  • Establishes and tests optimal investment strategies and conducts risk analyses to ensure successful transitions.
  • Provides insights and investment recommendations based on quantitative analyses.
  • Collaborates with portfolio managers and develops analytics studies using new strategies.
  • Supports and tests strategies related to investment and portfolio construction.
  • Develops investment action plans based on thorough financial analysis.
  • Conducts quantitative analysis of financial data and investment programs, including business valuations for public and private institutions.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and three (3) years of experience as an AM Quantitative Analyst I (or closely related field) performing quantitative analysis to support portfolio management within an asset management and investment products environment.
Or, alternatively, Master's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and no experience.
Skills and Knowledge:
Candidate must also possess:
  • Demonstrated Expertise ("DE") performing research for tactical asset allocation models and developing long-term strategic asset allocation benchmarks for new products, using Python; implementing Black-Litterman based models for multi-asset portfolio construction using Gurobi; performing factor modeling focused on carry and valuation, including extended credit strategies in emerging market debt, leveraged loans, and high yield, using Pandas and NumPy; and developing capital market assumptions and integrating them into allocation frameworks, using Python.
  • DE monitoring and reporting portfolio risk using empirical and Barra-based factor models in Python and R; modeling currency risk using non-USD numeraires, implementing currency risk hedging with synthetic assets, and applying derivative building blocks to expand the hedging platform, using Python, R and SQL; developing empirical risk models and API tools for ex-post risk attribution, integrating dynamic factors, historical currency exposures, and tracking error decomposition in Python and JSON; and constructing pension portfolios to hedge liability duration and risk, using SQL and R.
  • DE conducting bottom-up research on multi-asset building blocks for alpha signal development; designing long and short equity strategies; building back-testing infrastructure for equity and credit portfolios using Python; developing sentiment-based signals using Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning (ML) techniques (Natural Language Toolkit (NLTK) and PyTorch); implementing constrained portfolio optimization and risk attribution using Convex Optimization (CVXOPT) and Gurobi; and running optimizers with turnover limits, risk constraints, and tradability adjustments using mixed-integer optimization to simplify portfolio implementation in Gurobi.
  • DE collaborating with quant developers for production deployment in Autosys using cloud-based environment (AWS); implementing Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) pipelines and multiprocessing framework for data processing, using JavaScript Object Notation (JSON); and modernizing legacy code in MATrix LABoratory (MATLAB) and migrating to non-proprietary languages for improved readability and maintainability, using Python.

Salary: $145,000.00 to $175,000.00/year.
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Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.
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