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Senior Quant Researcher - Volatility

Squarepoint Capital Verified employer

Full time
Location
Bangalore
Work mode
Not stated
Posted 7 years ago Last checked 3 hr ago

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Role at a glance

You will
  • Research and implement strategies within the firm’s automated trading framework.
  • Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities.
  • Develop a strong understanding of market structure of various exchanges and asset classes.
Must-have skills
C++JavaPython

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Job description

Location: Bangalore, Dubai, Geneva, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Montreal, New York, Paris, Singapore, Zug, Boston; Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Department: Investment

Position Overview:

  • Research and implement strategies within the firm’s automated trading framework.
  • Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical methods to identify trading opportunities.
  • Develop a strong understanding of market structure of various exchanges and asset classes.

Typical Day of Quant Researcher:

  • Primary focus throughout the day is on researching and implementing trading ideas.
  • Before market open, check that all required data and related processes are ready for the trading day.
  • During market hours, sporadically monitor behavior and performance of strategies.

Required Qualifications: 

  • Quantitative background - includes degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics.
  • Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (e.g. C++, Java, Python).
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.

The minimum base salary for this role is $150,000 if located in New York.  This expectation is based on available information at the time of posting.  This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, which could constitute a significant portion of total compensation.  This role may also be eligible for benefits, such as health, dental, and other wellness plans, as well as 401(k) contributions.  Successful candidates’ compensation and benefits will be determined in consideration of various factors.

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Key skills

Required

C++JavaPython

Soft skills

Communication

Job market insights

355active C++ jobs in Bangalore
853active Java jobs in Bangalore
1,774active Python jobs in Bangalore
21 more open jobs at Squarepoint Capital

Jobs asking for C++ in Bangalore also ask for

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  • Java39%
  • Linux30%
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From live job posts on CoreHRx, updated 8 Nov 2026. Skill figures count posts that list their skills; salary figures only posts that show a salary.

Questions about this job

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In Bangalore.

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It is a full time job.

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