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Junior Quant Developer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

R&D Tax Manager - Specialty Tax Services

Detroit, MI · On-site

$109K - $144K/yr

Experience reviewing work, managing projects, and mentoring junior team members. Preferred * Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or a related technical or quantitative field.

Experience reviewing work, managing projects, and mentoring junior team members. Preferred * Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or a related technical or quantitative field.

... quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills * Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, M.S. Engineering ... of junior staff. Your role As an Industry Solutions, Banking & Capital Markets Senior Consultant ...

Senior Business Analyst (AI COE)

Novi, MI · Remote

$86K - $112K/yr

Act as the primary feeder of work to your paired Forward Deployed Engineer - partnering ... As the team scales, take onadditionalfunctional areas, mentor junior Business Analysts, and codify ...

R&D Tax Manager - Specialty Tax Services

Detroit, MI · On-site

$109K - $144K/yr

Experience reviewing work, managing projects, and mentoring junior team members. Preferred * Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or a related technical or quantitative field.

MI · On-site

$96K - $131K/yr

Closely support quantitative and qualitative screen and due diligence on prospective private ... junior team members * Own and run sophisticated infrastructure financial models * Prepare ...

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... of junior and mid-level analysts Our employee-owners pride themselves on their ability to apply ... Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., engineering ...

... of junior and mid-level analysts Our employee-owners pride themselves on their ability to apply ... Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., engineering ...

... junior staff * Master's degree from a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics-designated ... Performing assessments using quantitative and qualitative techniques, including AI-enabled ...

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How much do junior quant developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior quant developer in Michigan is $93,108.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,800.00 and $92,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Junior Quant Developer job?

A Junior Quant Developer is an entry-level role that combines software development with quantitative analysis in the finance industry. They assist in building and maintaining financial models, trading algorithms, and risk management tools. Typically, they work with programming languages like Python, C++, or Java and utilize mathematical and statistical techniques. Their responsibilities often involve data analysis, backtesting strategies, and optimizing trading systems. This role serves as a stepping stone toward becoming a full-fledged Quant Developer or Quantitative Analyst.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Junior Quant Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Quant Developer, you need strong programming skills (usually in Python, C++, or Java), foundational knowledge in mathematics and statistics, and a relevant degree in fields like computer science, mathematics, or engineering. Familiarity with quantitative libraries, financial modeling tools, and version control systems such as Git is often expected. Analytical thinking, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills for collaborating with senior developers and traders. These skills are essential for building robust quantitative models, contributing to complex projects, and growing within a fast-paced financial technology environment.

What kinds of projects and tasks can a Junior Quant Developer expect to work on?

As a Junior Quant Developer, you can expect to assist with developing, testing, and optimizing quantitative models used for trading or risk assessment. Your day-to-day tasks may involve coding algorithms, analyzing large datasets, backtesting strategies, and debugging model performance, all under the guidance of more experienced team members. You’ll also have opportunities to work closely with traders, data scientists, and senior quants, contributing to both research initiatives and real-time trading systems. This collaborative environment provides excellent learning opportunities and valuable exposure to different aspects of quantitative finance, helping you build expertise for career growth.

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Infographic showing various Junior Quant Developer job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 12% Temporary, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $93,108 per year, or $44.8 per hour.
Manager, Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning

Manager, Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning

Credit Acceptance

Southfield, MI • On-site

$158K - $170K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Credit Acceptance rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

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Job description

Credit Acceptance is proud to be an award-winning company recognized both locally and nationally across multiple workplace categories. Our world-class culture is shaped by dedicated team members who are driven to succeed as professionals individually and together as a team. Backed by a strong product, exceptional people, and a stable financial foundation, we've grown into a leading provider of used and new car financing across the country.

Our Engineering and Analytics Team Members utilize the latest technology to develop, monitor, and maintain complex practices that help optimize our success. Our Team Members value being challenged, are encouraged to express their ideas, and have the flexibility to enjoy work life balance. We build intrinsic value by partnering with all functions of our business to support their success and make strategic business decisions. We focus on professional development and continuous improvement while enjoying a casual work environment and Great Place to Work culture!

The Manager of Predictive Modeling & Machine Learning will lead the development and deployment of statistical and machine learning models that drive strategic decision-making across credit risk, collections, and business operations. This role combines expertise in traditional predictive modeling with modern ML techniques and MLOps practices. The ideal candidate will be an expert-level hands-on modeler with strong technical skills and business acumen.

Outcomes and Activities:

  • This position will work from home; occasional planned travel to an assigned Southfield, Michigan office location may be required.However, this position is permitted to work at a Southfield, Michigan office location if requested by the team member.

  • Lead the design and deployment of predictive models for credit risk, collections, and operations.
  • Integrate advanced ML techniques (e.g., ensemble models, deep learning, NLP).
  • Mentor and support junior and peer-level data scientists.
  • Promote adoption of modern data science tools and platforms.
  • Present insights to senior and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Drive experimentation with emerging techniques (e.g., causal inference, GenAI).

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in predictive modeling and analytics.
  • 5+ years of experience applying ML in production environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional initiatives.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and statistical tools (e.g., R, SAS).
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred:

  • Ph.D or Master's in quantitative discipline.
  • Experience with model governance, explainability, and responsible AI.
  • Experience in consumer lending.

Targeted Compensation: $158,000 - $170,000 base salary + annual bonus plan.

This position is not currently open to individuals who require sponsorship now or in the future to work legally for Credit Acceptance, such as H-1b / H-4 or F-1 OPT visa holders.

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Benefits

  • Excellent benefits package that includes 401(K) match, adoption assistance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical/ dental/vision and many nonstandard benefits that make us a Great Place to Work

Our Company Values:

To be successful in this role, Team Members need to be:

  • Positive by maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions
  • Respectful by collaborating and actively listening
  • Insightful by cultivating innovation, accumulating business and role specific knowledge, demonstrating self-awareness and making quality decisions
  • Direct by effectively communicating and conveying courage
  • Earnest by taking accountability, applying feedback and effectively planning and priority setting

Expectations:

  • Remain compliant with our policies processes and legal guidelines
  • All other duties as assigned
  • Attendance as required by department

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We understand that your career search may look different than others. Our hiring team wants to make sure that this would be a fit not just for us, but for you long term. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!

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Required degrees must have been earned at institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

Credit Acceptance is dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive working environment for all. As part of our Culture of Compliance, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value our culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of the person's age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, criminal history, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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