Whitecap Search is Hiring a Quant Analyst - Hedge Fund Near Stamford, CT
One of the most respected investment firms who has built out one of the consistently, top-performing systematic & computer-driven trading Hedge Funds is seeking a Hedge Fund Quant Analyst. These strategies span asset classes (EQTY, FI, Fx, CD, FDRs) and trade globally! Job Function
Conduct quantitative research focused on statistical & predictive financial modeling
Manage research process, including methodology selection, data collection & analysis, prototyping, back-testing, and performance monitoring
Evaluate new datasets for alpha potential
Implement models in C & Python
Monitor trading process
Contribute to the improvement & enhancement of the Fund's trading system
Job Requirements
PhD in Finance/Financial Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or other STEM or quantitative curriculum
0-3 years of experience in a quantitative research role
Expertise in C & Python
Proven analytical & quantitative skills and mindset
Able to conduct independent research utilizing large multi-source data sets
Detail-oriented taking ownership for your work both individually and as it relates and impacts the greater team--across portfolio, data, quant, et al
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