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Junior Quant Researcher

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Junior Quant Researcher Squarepoint is a global investment management firm that utilizes a diversified portfolio of systematic and quantitative strategies across financial markets that seeks to ...

Quantitative Developer

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Designing, researching, and managing sophisticated investment strategies by creating and engineering advance quantitative financial computer modeling systems to aid in analysis and research.

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How much do investment quant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for investment quant in the United States is $169,729.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,500.00 and $199,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Investment Quant vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectInvestment QuantQuantitative Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in finance, mathematics, or related fields; often certifications like CFA or CQFSimilar credentials; often holds advanced degrees in math, statistics, or finance
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, hedge funds, asset management companiesFinancial institutions, investment banks, hedge funds
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in investment management and tradingAcross finance sectors, including trading, risk management, and research

Investment Quants and Quantitative Analysts share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, often overlapping in finance and investment firms. While both roles involve complex data analysis and modeling, Investment Quants typically focus more on developing trading strategies and portfolio optimization, whereas Quantitative Analysts may work on risk assessment, pricing models, or research. The roles are closely related, with the main difference lying in their specific focus within the financial industry.

Do investment quants make a lot of money?

Investment quants typically earn high salaries due to their specialized skills in mathematics, programming, and finance, often supplemented by bonuses based on performance. Compensation varies by experience, location, and the firm, but senior quants at major financial institutions can earn six-figure to seven-figure total compensation packages. Advanced degrees and proficiency in tools like Python, R, or MATLAB are common requirements for high earning potential.
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Infographic showing various Investment Quant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $169,729 per year, or $81.6 per hour.

Trade Flow Support - Trading Infrastructure Support

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

Squarepoint Capital
Finance and Insuranceย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

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Posted 22 days ago


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Open Opportunities

Our team-focused culture brings together exceptional talent in various technical disciplines and empowers everyone to perform in a truly outstanding way.

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