Quantitative Data Scientist.

One of our clients, a well-established and profitable quantitative research company specializing in advanced algorithmic strategies within the financial markets, is looking to hire a Quantitative Data Scientist.

The company operates as a proprietary research-driven firm that develops sophisticated mathematical models and data-driven strategies. It manages its own capital and maintains a highly analytical environment built around cutting-edge technology and rigorous quantitative research. The organization is composed primarily of researchers and developers from leading academic institutions and fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and long-term professional growth.

The company offers a stable, profitable, and steadily growing environment. Employees benefit from annual profit distribution and enjoy a positive, challenging workplace that emphasizes both autonomy and teamwork. The company values long-term commitment and invests significantly in training and mentorship to preserve its strong organizational culture.

Role Overview

In this position, you will:

• Research and develop new quantitative strategies
• Analyze and enhance the performance of existing algorithms
• Work with large and complex financial datasets
• Identify patterns and trends using statistical methods
• Develop predictive models and implement algorithmic solutions
• Collaborate closely with a team of experienced researchers and developers

The role provides a high degree of individual ownership while maintaining strong collaboration within the research team. It is well suited for candidates seeking a long-term, full-time position in a rigorous yet balanced work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantitative field from a leading academic institution (high GPA required)
• At least 2 years of programming experience (industry or doctoral research)
• Strong analytical and statistical skills
• Experience working with large datasets – significant advantage
• Advanced degree (MSc/PhD) – advantage
• Deep learning experience – advantage
• Experience in quantitative finance – advantage
• Experience in C++ – significant advantage

The company offers excellent compensation and benefits for suitable candidates, comfortable working hours that support work-life balance, and a hybrid model of four days in the office and one day remote.

Number of employees: 100

This position reports to: Head of Research.