... process and help others leverage your work. By working on a variety of projects with different ... signal * Familiarity with classical statistical methods and knows when and how to apply them in a ...
... process and help others leverage your work. By working on a variety of projects with different ... signal * Familiarity with classical statistical methods and knows when and how to apply them in a ...
... process and help others leverage your work. By working on a variety of projects with different ... signal * Familiarity with classical statistical methods and knows when and how to apply them in a ...
... process and help others leverage your work. By working on a variety of projects with different ... signal * Familiarity with classical statistical methods and knows when and how to apply them in a ...
Sales/CRM Business Analyst
$75K - $90K/yr
Process-oriented thinker with proven track record in problem-solving, data interpretation and ... Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that ...
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Sales/CRM Business Analyst
$75K - $90K/yr
Process-oriented thinker with proven track record in problem-solving, data interpretation and ... Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that ...
Demand Planner
South Holland, IL · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
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... Planning (S&OP) process. The role focuses on statistical forecasting, promotion and event ... signals. * Prepare all materials and decks for the monthly Demand review and weekly tactical S&OP ...
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Demand Planner
South Holland, IL · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
... Planning (S&OP) process. The role focuses on statistical forecasting, promotion and event ... signals. * Prepare all materials and decks for the monthly Demand review and weekly tactical S&OP ...
... process and help others leverage your work. By working on a variety of projects with different ... signal * Familiarity with classical statistical methods and knows when and how to apply them in a ...
... process and help others leverage your work. By working on a variety of projects with different ... signal * Familiarity with classical statistical methods and knows when and how to apply them in a ...
Campus Quantitative Researcher, UG/MS (Intern)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K/yr
... research process for signal generation, machine learning, trading / market mechanics, C++, Python, and statistics. You will work with fellow interns to develop your own predictive models and ...
Campus Quantitative Researcher, UG/MS (Intern)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K/yr
... research process for signal generation, machine learning, trading / market mechanics, C++, Python, and statistics. You will work with fellow interns to develop your own predictive models and ...
Campus Quantitative Researcher, UG/MS (Intern)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K/yr
... research process for signal generation, machine learning, trading / market mechanics, C++, Python, and statistics. You will work with fellow interns to develop your own predictive models and ...
Campus Quantitative Researcher, UG/MS (Intern)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K/yr
... research process for signal generation, machine learning, trading / market mechanics, C++, Python, and statistics. You will work with fellow interns to develop your own predictive models and ...
Campus Quantitative Researcher, UG/MS (Intern)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K/yr
... research process for signal generation, machine learning, trading / market mechanics, C++, Python, and statistics. You will work with fellow interns to develop your own predictive models and ...
Campus Quantitative Researcher, UG/MS (Intern)
Chicago, IL · On-site
$300K/yr
... research process for signal generation, machine learning, trading / market mechanics, C++, Python, and statistics. You will work with fellow interns to develop your own predictive models and ...
Senior Quantitative Data Analyst
Chicago, IL · On-site
$88K - $111K/yr
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Retirement
PTO
... statistical and machine learning techniques to identify patterns, anomalies, and predictive signals ... Working knowledge of market data APIs, real-time data processing, or related infrastructure.
Senior Quantitative Data Analyst
Chicago, IL · On-site
$88K - $111K/yr
Medical
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Retirement
PTO
... statistical and machine learning techniques to identify patterns, anomalies, and predictive signals ... Working knowledge of market data APIs, real-time data processing, or related infrastructure.
Senior Quantitative Data Analyst
Chicago, IL · On-site
$88K - $111K/yr
Medical
Dental
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Retirement
PTO
... statistical and machine learning techniques to identify patterns, anomalies, and predictive signals ... Working knowledge of market data APIs, real-time data processing, or related infrastructure.
Senior Quantitative Data Analyst
Chicago, IL · On-site
$88K - $111K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
... statistical and machine learning techniques to identify patterns, anomalies, and predictive signals ... Working knowledge of market data APIs, real-time data processing, or related infrastructure.
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
... research process, machine learning, statistics, trading and market mechanics, Python, and the ... Teams work across the spectrum of methods, from hand-crafted signals and rigorous classical ...
Sr. Manager, Global Demand Planning
Deerfield, IL · On-site
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Life
Retirement
PTO
This role ensures high-quality demand signals, drives global process consistency, and enables ... The position also manages centralized statistical modeling, demand-related master data, and ...
Sr. Manager, Global Demand Planning
Deerfield, IL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This role ensures high-quality demand signals, drives global process consistency, and enables ... The position also manages centralized statistical modeling, demand-related master data, and ...
Sr. Manager, Global Demand Planning
Deerfield, IL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This role ensures highquality demand signals, drives global process consistency, and enables strong ... The position also manages centralized statistical modeling, demandrelated master data, and emerging ...
Sr. Manager, Global Demand Planning
Deerfield, IL · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This role ensures highquality demand signals, drives global process consistency, and enables strong ... The position also manages centralized statistical modeling, demandrelated master data, and emerging ...
Quantitative Researcher
Chicago, IL · On-site
$145K/yr
Medical
Dental
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Retirement
PTO
Develop trading strategies using statistical and machine learning algorithms * Drive improvements ... signal and feature research * Design and optimize machine learning workflows to support scalable ...
Quantitative Researcher
Chicago, IL · On-site
$145K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Develop trading strategies using statistical and machine learning algorithms * Drive improvements ... signal and feature research * Design and optimize machine learning workflows to support scalable ...
Senior Manager, eQMS Technologies
North Chicago, IL · On-site
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Retirement
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... risk signals) to identify quality and compliance risks earlier. * Partner with process owners and ... Assess the adoption, impact, and performance of analytics solutions; apply feedback, statistical ...
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Senior Manager, eQMS Technologies
North Chicago, IL · On-site
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Retirement
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... risk signals) to identify quality and compliance risks earlier. * Partner with process owners and ... Assess the adoption, impact, and performance of analytics solutions; apply feedback, statistical ...
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Quantitative Researcher
Chicago, IL · On-site
$145K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Develop trading strategies using statistical and machine learning algorithms * Drive improvements ... signal and feature research * Design and optimize machine learning workflows to support scalable ...
Quantitative Researcher
Chicago, IL · On-site
$145K/yr
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Dental
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Retirement
PTO
Develop trading strategies using statistical and machine learning algorithms * Drive improvements ... signal and feature research * Design and optimize machine learning workflows to support scalable ...
Senior Manager, eQMS Technologies
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$124K/yr
Medical
Dental
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Retirement
PTO
... risk signals) to identify quality and compliance risks earlier. * Partner with process owners and ... Assess the adoption, impact, and performance of analytics solutions; apply feedback, statistical ...
New
Senior Manager, eQMS Technologies
North Chicago, IL · On-site
$124K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
... risk signals) to identify quality and compliance risks earlier. * Partner with process owners and ... Assess the adoption, impact, and performance of analytics solutions; apply feedback, statistical ...
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What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in statistical signal processing roles?
One common challenge is managing noisy or incomplete data, which requires advanced statistical techniques to extract meaningful information from real-world signals. Professionals in this field often need to stay updated with rapidly evolving algorithms and technologies, which can demand ongoing learning and adaptation. Additionally, collaborating across interdisciplinary teams—including software developers, engineers, and scientists—requires clear communication of complex concepts. By developing strong analytical and teamwork skills, you can effectively address these challenges and contribute valuable insights to your organization.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in statistical signal processing?
To thrive in Statistical Signal Processing, you need strong quantitative and analytical abilities, a background in mathematics or electrical engineering, and experience with probability, statistics, and signal processing concepts. Proficiency with programming languages such as MATLAB or Python, as well as familiarity with simulation tools and relevant certifications like Certified Signal Processing Professional (CSPP), is highly valuable. Problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and teamwork skills help you excel in cross-functional project environments. These competencies are crucial for accurately analyzing data, developing robust models, and delivering effective solutions to complex signal processing challenges.
What is a statistical signal processing?
A Statistical Signal Processing job involves analyzing signals using probabilistic and statistical methods to extract useful information, reduce noise, and make predictions. Professionals in this field work with algorithms for applications in communications, radar, audio processing, finance, and biomedical engineering. They use tools like Bayesian estimation, Kalman filtering, and spectral analysis to enhance signal interpretation and decision-making. The role often requires expertise in mathematics, programming, and data analysis to develop efficient signal processing techniques.

Quantitative Researcher (Full-Time - Master's/Bachelor's)
Chicago, IL • On-site
Full-time
Re-posted 22 days ago
Job description
As a Quantitative Researcher, your focus is on identifying trading opportunities, but you can add even more value with strong quantitative skills and some coding proficiency to accelerate the innovation process and help others leverage your work.
By working on a variety of projects with different collaborators over the start of your career, you'll gain new knowledge and insight into the fundamentals of market dynamics, trading strategies, and our proprietary research platform. We believe in learning through impactful work, so while you learn the intricacies of our industry, you'll have plenty of opportunities to contribute and directly affect our bottom line within your first few weeks on the team.
While interest in trading is key, a background in finance is definitely not. Our team is built mostly from academia - not from other trading firms. We seek mental diversity and add a select group of academics each year from a wide range of disciplines.
COMPENSATION - Competitive salary, plus quarterly bonus based on individual performance and contribution towards success of others and the firm.
Qualifications
We're looking for highly analytical people (math, physics, computer science, statistics, electrical engineering, etc.) who want to help build the research-driven trading firm of the future. To do that, you'll need the following qualities:
- Persistent Drive to Improve - Do you have an innate desire to rise to the next level, even after great accomplishment?
- Creative Problem Solving and Probabilistic Thinking - You must enjoy learning and implementing new concepts quickly, combining knowledge from different domains to create new ideas, and take a data-driven and probabilistic approach to testing and implementing new ideas.
- Team Mindset - We want people who understand 1+1 > 2 and are as committed to making the team better through sharing ideas as they are driven to improve their individual performance.
- Mental Flexibility & Self Awareness - You'll have to frequently adapt based on new data, results, and feedback on your trading ideas and your performance.
- Orientation for Making Money - Although we value academic training, our work is not an academic exercise. We take a hacker's approach to testing ideas, dropping projects that consume time without high upside, and focusing our next efforts on what will create the most value for the firm.
Research / Quant trading strategy skills to have or develop
- Strong intuition and deep thinking with data sets - Designs new alphas, understands complex systems; knows where to start, or ask others where to start
- Demonstrates strong "hacking" ability to quickly get into data to look for empirical relationships and decipher noise or signal
- Familiarity with classical statistical methods and knows when and how to apply them in a rigorous fashion; Easily learns how to apply new statistical methods; will seek out and learn new methods to better solve problem
- Experience with modern AI techniques and methods or desire to work on Applied Machine Learning Problems a plus
- Constantly questions finance/trading data and stays motivated to seek answers despite most often proving that there is no correlation or signal
- Experience in setup of research framework and execution of projects
- Understanding of financial products, market dynamics, and microstructure
- Experience programming in Low-level computer languages (like C++); awareness of strength in particular language and ability to solve more complex problems due to understanding nuances of the language