Old Mission · 9 hours ago
Quantitative Researcher (Systematic Equities)
New York, NY, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$170K/yr - $250K/yr
4+ years expOld Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes. They are seeking a Quantitative Researcher to design, research, and deploy systematic trading strategies across global equity markets, with responsibilities including alpha generation, portfolio optimization, and risk management.
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Responsibilities
Research, develop, and implement quantitative trading strategies across global equity markets
Identify and test alpha signals using large, structured, and unstructured datasets
Perform statistical analysis, feature engineering, and model validation to assess signal robustness
Design portfolio construction and optimization frameworks, including risk constraints and transaction cost modeling
Conduct backtesting, out-of-sample testing and performance attribution
Collaborate with quantitative researchers, traders, and engineers to productionize models
Monitor live strategies, analyze the performance, and iterate to improve risk-adjusted returns
Continuously evaluate new data sources, market microstructure effects, and regime changes
Maintain live trading infrastructure and risk controls
Qualification
Required
Degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field
4+ years of experience in quantitative research or systematic trading in equities
Proficiency in Python is required
Deep understanding of portfolio level risks; exposure to style/factor risk
Experience working with large financial datasets and building research pipelines
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple work streams concurrently
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a time-sensitive, collaborative, and fast-paced environment
Proven track record of trustworthiness and performance, consistently adhering to the highest ethical standards
Benefits
Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus
Fully paid private medical, dental, vision with extended coverage, and life insurance
Robust Pension Scheme, income protection, and salary exchange
Free on-site lunch daily
Season Ticket Loan Scheme
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Company
Old Mission
Old Mission is a global, multi-asset market maker.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bryan Russina
CTO at Old Mission
Erica Marquez Avitia
Chief Operating Officer
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