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    Aquatic Capital Management

    Financial Services

    Quantitative Researcher

    Any, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time4+ yrs experience$150k / yearPosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    Aquatic was founded with a shared passion for tackling some of the most complex challenges in one of the world’s most competitive arenas—global financial markets. From the very beginning, we have been driven by a deep commitment to applying cutting-edge scientific research and technological innovation to deliver unparalleled performance. Our journey is one of continuous growth and exploration, marked by a spirit of curiosity and relentless drive for excellence. 

    Aquatic is looking for exceptional Quantitative Researchers to create and improve proprietary trading models and strategies while working closely with engineers and senior leaders across the firm. Quantitative Researchers within Aquatic work on a variety of trading strategies and research projects, with the opportunity to conduct independent research and originate research topics over time.

    Specific responsibilities range from utilizing financial and other data in an effort to create or improve predictive models, developing and/or leveraging leading-edge statistical and machine-learning models to enhance the research and development system, creating algorithms to monetize the predictive signals.

    Technical requirements:

    • At least 4+ years of full-time professional experience
    • Bachelors, Masters, PhD or Postdoc candidates in finance, computer science, mathematics, statistics, machine learning, physics, or other scientific discipline
    • Solid mathematical and analytical ability; exceptional problem-solving and modeling ability
    • Demonstrated ability to complete high level, statistical or applied mathematical research
    • Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment a plus
    • Experience in solving highly complex, data intensive problems
    • Programming proficiency in any of the following: Python, C++, Java or R

    Behavioral requirements:

    • Strong research hygiene
    • Self-motivated and highly-productive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency
    • Intellectually curious, creative, and rigorous
    • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
    • Meticulous attention to detail
    • Able to work across disciplines
    • Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team
    • Driven and tenacious approach with desire to build something scratch

    The base salary for this role is anticipated to be between $150,000 and $300,000, which is based on information at the time of posting. This position may also be eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as a discretionary bonus, and benefits. Discretionary bonus can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their unique skills, qualifications and relevant experience.

    Benefits:

    • Benefits: For full-time employees, fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, competitive 401k plan, employer-paid life & disability insurance
    • Perks: Wellness programs, casual dress, snacks, lunch, game room, team and company events
    • Development: Open environment to maximize learning and knowledge sharing
    • Time: Generous PTO, paid holidays, competitive paid caregiver leaves

    Aquatic Capital

    This role represents a unique opportunity to join a quantitative investment manager in its early stage of growth. The firm’s culture will be shaped by collaboration, meritocracy, ambition, and calm determination.

    Aquatic is a proud equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Aquatic Capital Management

    Aquatic Capital Management is a quantitative investment firm that leverages advanced technology and data analysis to drive its investment strategies. They focus on developing sophisticated models and algorithms to identify and capitalize on market opportunities.

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