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Tower Research Capital ยท 1 day ago

Senior Options Quantitative Researcher

positionNew York, NY
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$120K/yr - $180K/yr
date3+ years exp

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998, known for its high-performance platform and innovative trading strategies. They are seeking an experienced Options Quantitative Researcher to develop pricing and risk models, improve volatility valuation, and collaborate with traders to optimize strategies.

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Responsibilities

Developing options pricing and risk models
Improving real-time volatility valuation and fitting
Researching short to mid frequency volatility alphas
Collaborating with other traders and quantitative researchers to optimize existing strategies
Mentoring junior traders and/or quantitative researchers

Qualification

Options pricingVolatility surfacesRisk managementPythonC++Numerical pricingData analysisAttention to detailCollaboration

Required

3+ years of experience in a quantitative research role with a focus on options pricing, volatility surfaces, and risk management
Experience in researching predictive volatility alphas over various time horizons
Understanding of the practical considerations required in implementing and executing trading signals
Expertise in detailed implementations of numerical pricing for American options
Ability to work with large multi-faceted datasets
Passion and drive to take a leading role in a growing options business
Relevant programming experience, preferably in Python and/or C++
Excellent attention to detail

Benefits

Generous paid time off policies
Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
Hybrid working opportunities
Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
Workshops and continuous learning opportunities

Company

Tower Research Capital

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Tower Research Capital is a computerized trading firm in the field of high-frequency trading.
dateFounded in 1998
location
New York, New York, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.tower-research.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Richard Colpron
CFO
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Sean Concannon, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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