Quantitative Researcher

6 days ago


London UK, UK, United Kingdom Algo Capital Group Full time

A leading global hedge fund is seeking an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join their crude oil options team in London. This role will focus on mid-frequency trading, with responsibility for the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced trading strategies. You will collaborate with a highly skilled team of researchers and engineers, driving continuous performance improvements and leading innovation in quantitative trading.


Responsibilities:

  • Explore and deploy innovative trading products and strategies to diversify portfolios and enhance risk-adjusted returns
  • Design, implement, and optimize mid-frequency algorithmic trading strategies for crude oil options and derivatives markets.
  • Regularly assess and refine strategies to ensure they remain aligned with evolving market conditions and operational objectives.
  • Work closely with leading quantitative researchers and engineers to improve existing strategies and identify new trading opportunities.


Qualifications:

  • Advanced academic qualifications (Master's/PhD) in a quantitative field, such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in generating alpha and developing high-performing signals within crude oil options markets
  • Strong background in quantitative trading, with specific expertise in mid-frequency macro strategies.
  • Extensive proficiency in programming languages including Python
  • Deep expertise in machine learning techniques and tools, with a focus on their application in strategy development and optimisation.


This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned quantitative researcher to make a significant impact within mid-frequency systematic crude oil options markets. If you are driven by the pursuit of innovation in algorithmic trading and are looking for a challenging, high-impact role, we invite you to apply.



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