Venture Search · 6 days ago
Quantitative Researcher - HFT Prop Firm
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $250K/yrVenture Search is partnered with a high-performing proprietary trading firm operating globally across equities and futures markets. They’re looking to grow their Quantitative Research team with individuals who thrive at the intersection of technology, statistics, and financial markets, contributing directly to a lean trading team.
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Hiring Manager
Ilayda Gwillim
Responsibilities
Currently working in a fast-paced, data-intensive environment – from a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or research-focused tech company
Demonstrated experience applying statistical techniques or machine learning to real-world problems
Background in building or improving trading models, pricing systems, or other complex decision-making tools
Prior experience in finance is a plus, but not essential – technical excellence and curiosity are key
Strong coding ability in Python, with exposure to numerical or scientific computing libraries, experience with C++ is beneficial
Confident working with large datasets and designing clean, reproducible research pipelines
Solid understanding of statistical modelling and familiarity with predictive techniques
Comfortable working in a Unix/Linux-based environment
Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking and a methodical approach to research
Strong communication skills – able to clearly present findings, collaborate with teammates, and iterate on ideas quickly
Qualification
Required
Currently working in a fast-paced, data-intensive environment – from a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or research-focused tech company
Demonstrated experience applying statistical techniques or machine learning to real-world problems
Background in building or improving trading models, pricing systems, or other complex decision-making tools
Strong coding ability in Python, with exposure to numerical or scientific computing libraries, experience with C++ is beneficial
Confident working with large datasets and designing clean, reproducible research pipelines
Solid understanding of statistical modelling and familiarity with predictive techniques
Comfortable working in a Unix/Linux-based environment
Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking and a methodical approach to research
Strong communication skills – able to clearly present findings, collaborate with teammates, and iterate on ideas quickly
Preferred
Prior experience in finance is a plus, but not essential – technical excellence and curiosity are key
Company
Venture Search
Venture Search is a recruitment agency that specializes in staffing and employment services for various industries.
Founded in 2019
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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