Quantitative Researcher
LastPassNew York, New York, United States
Posted June 20, 2025
200000 - 300000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Our firm is committed to building a culture of collaboration, where we support each other through challenges and celebrate our collective successes.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join our established semi-systematic trading team. As a senior member, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the team’s continued success, bringing a seasoned perspective for what constitutes robust, alpha-generating research.
Requirements
- 5+ years of direct experience in a quantitative research role
- BA/BS or an advanced degree in a highly quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering
- Expert-level programming skills in Python and its scientific computing stack (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn)
- Mathematical Optimization: Deep, practical experience with linear/quadratic programming, convex optimization, and other techniques as they apply to portfolio construction and financial modeling
- Applied Statistics & Machine Learning: A master practitioner's knowledge of statistics, econometrics, and ML, knowing which tool to apply to which problem
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages
- 401k matching
- Gender-neutral parental leave
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance