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Quantitative Strategist

L5

durlston partnersNew York, NYyesterday

$150k - $250k

Occupations

Financial Quantitative AnalystsFinancial Risk SpecialistsMathematical Science Occupations, All Other

Industries

Portfolio Management and Investment AdviceInvestment Banking and Securities IntermediationMiscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
Options Quantitative Researcher – New York
Client: Global prop and market-maker
Location: New York
Salary: $150k - $250k base + bonuses/benefits
A global proprietary trading and market-making firm is seeking an Options Quantitative Researcher to join their options desk. This is a hands-on role in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where research directly informs trading decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and test quantitative models and trading signals for options and volatility strategies
  • Translate research into actionable strategies within live trading systems
  • Optimise and calibrate strategies across products and market conditions
  • Collaborate with traders and engineers to improve execution, risk management, and analytics
  • Analyse large datasets to identify patterns and opportunities
  • Contribute to risk modelling and performance monitoring frameworks
Candidate Profile:
  • Degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or other quantitative fields
  • Strong expertise in volatility modelling, risk management, and derivatives pricing
  • Experience building and validating trading signals for options or other derivative products
  • Proficient in Python and/or C++ with solid coding and data analysis skills
  • Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
  • Why This RoleWork on complex options strategies with real market impact
  • Collaborative culture bridging research, trading, and technology
  • Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus potential
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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$150k - $250k

Location

New York, NY

Occupation

Financial Quantitative Analysts

Industry

Portfolio Management and Investment Advice

Posted

yesterday

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