Quantitative Researcher | Trading Team
Jump TradingAbout the Role
Quantitative Researchers at Jump Trading collect and analyze tens of thousands of data sets to identify patterns and extract insights into financial market complexities. You will leverage statistical analysis, machine learning, and data engineering skills to develop forecasts and predictive trading models. The role involves constant collaboration with traders, scientists, hardware and software developers, and market-facing business teams to push for the best expression of new ideas.
Requirements
- Creative thinkers who are driven, self-motivated, and eager to solve challenging problems
- Proven success with profitable trading strategies
- Strong programming skills in C++ in a Linux environment
- Working knowledge of forecasting and data mining techniques, such as linear and non-linear regression analysis, neural networks or support vector machines
- Strong experience developing statistical models in a trading environment
- Proven success working with large data sets and developing statistical models
- Fascinated and interested in advancing machine learning within the trading community
- Possess strong familiarity with Python, R or Matlab along with development skills to support research efforts
- Desire to work within a collaborative, team-driven environment
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
- Reliable and predicable availability