Deeter Analytics · 2 months ago
Quant Trading
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expDeeter Investments is a founder-led proprietary trading firm focused on data-driven decision-making. They are seeking a Head of Quant Trading to lead the development and optimization of algorithmic strategies and quantitative models, blending technical work with strategic oversight.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Lead the creation and refinement of proprietary trading algorithms rooted in the firm’s market framework, leveraging advanced statistical and machine‑learning techniques
Build forecasting, signal‑generation, and risk models; run rigorous back‑tests and simulations to validate performance
Have a strong understanding of cutting edge techniques (deep learning, reinforcement learning, agent‑based modeling) to sharpen our edge
Partner with engineering to design high‑throughput trading systems that scale globally
Oversee codebases in Python, C++, Java, or MATLAB; enforce best practices for testing, CI/CD, and performance monitoring
Build end‑to‑end pipelines for data ingestion, model training, and live deployment; ensure seamless connection to execution venues and data feeds
Select and integrate best‑in‑class analytics platforms, databases, and cloud resources
Define and track KPIs—alpha decay, slippage, Sharpe, drawdown, and latency—via real‑time dashboards
Iterate relentlessly—parameter sweeps, sensitivity analyses, and scenario tests to future‑proof strategies
Grow and mentor a multidisciplinary team of quants, data scientists, and engineers; cultivate a culture of experimentation and peer review
Champion readable, well‑tested, version‑controlled code and transparent research notebooks
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or Physics
Minimum 5 years building and deploying profitable algorithmic strategies at a hedge fund, bank, or proprietary trading firm
Advanced expertise in at least one core language (Python, C++, or Java) and familiarity with Linux, Git, and CI workflows
Deep knowledge of statistical modeling, and machine‑learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit‑learn)
Proven skill in real‑time data pipelines, distributed/cloud computing, and performance optimization
Fluent English (written and spoken) is required
Exceptional analytical rigor, clear communication, and the leadership mindset to build a high‑performance team from scratch
Company
Deeter Analytics
Turning market data into decisive action
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase