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Temporary Algorithmic Trading Quant Jobs in California

Quant Strategist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $400K/yr

... algorithms, risk models, and player behavior systems. The team is led by a former quant trader, and current members left careers in quantitative trading to be here. The problems are as deep and ...

Quant Strategist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $400K/yr

... algorithms, risk models, and player behavior systems. The team is led by a former quant trader, and current members left careers in quantitative trading to be here. The problems are as deep and ...

AI Systems, Training

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$123K - $168K/yr

... algorithmic trade-offs with theorists and converting model requirements into concrete ... An MS/PhD or equivalent research/project experience in a quantitative field such as AI/Machine ...

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What is the difference between Temporary Algorithmic Trading Quant vs Quantitative Researcher?

AspectTemporary Algorithmic Trading QuantQuantitative Researcher
CredentialsDegree in Math, CS, or Finance; often requires coding skillsSimilar credentials; advanced degrees common
Work EnvironmentFast-paced trading firms, hedge funds, financial institutionsResearch labs, financial institutions, academia
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in trading firms and hedge fundsBroader, including research institutions and banks
Search & Comparison IntentYes, often compared for trading strategiesYes, compared for research and model development

Temporary Algorithmic Trading Quants focus on developing and implementing trading algorithms in live markets, often under tight deadlines. Quantitative Researchers typically focus on developing models and theories that inform trading strategies but may not directly execute trades. While both roles require strong quantitative skills and similar educational backgrounds, their work environments and primary objectives differ.

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Quantitative Researcher/Developer, Algorithmic Trading Analytics

Quanta Search

Los Angeles, CA

Other

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Our client, a leading Asset Management firm, is hiring for a Quantitative Researcher/Developer in Algorithmic Trading Analytics
Job Responsibilities (include, but not limited to the following):
  • Build backend services for capture, storage and analysis of various datasets required to measure transaction costs
  • Develop web front end for Trade Cost Analysis (TCA)
  • Develop statistical models and machine learning frameworks for evaluation of execution methods and algorithms
  • Research market impact and information transfer phenomena for various asset classes
  • Data modelling and development of systematic trading strategies

Candidate profile:
  • B.S., B.A., M.S., M.F.E or Ph.D. degree in technical field
  • Market Data Specialist, Market Microstructure
  • Familiarity with equity fundamental databases, Compustat, FactSet, Reuters WorldScope, RavenPack
  • Data Science, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Deep Learning
  • Ability to assess buy vs build tradeoffs and performance tradeoffs at all levels of the technology stack
  • Programming skills:
- Experience with kdb+/Q (required)
- Proficiency in at least one compiled language like Go/Rust/Scala/C++/Java (required)
- Proficiency in at least one scripting language like R/Python/Ruby/V8 (required)
- Experience with modern development stack (GitLab/Docker/Kubernetes/Rancher) (desirable)