Job Opening: Quantitative Researcher – Options Trading
Venture Search are working with a leading global prop house, seeking a skilled and self-driven Quantitative Researcher to join our dynamic options trading team. In this role, you’ll contribute to the development of cutting-edge research tools and play a key part in generating data-driven insights that inform trading strategies. You’ll work in a highly collaborative environment that values test-driven development and continuous integration.
Location: Flexible (subject to approval)
What You’ll Do:
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Conduct alpha research and identify new trading opportunities
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Build and enhance Python-based data science tools and research frameworks
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Develop and maintain robust research infrastructure for reproducibility and testing
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Support production monitoring and model performance analysis
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Collaborate with trading and engineering teams across multiple locations
What We’re Looking For:
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2+ years of experience in quantitative research related to options trading
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Deep understanding of options pricing, volatility modeling, and time-series data
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Proficient in Python; C++ experience is a plus
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Strong background in statistics, probability, and machine learning
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Familiarity with distributed computing and Linux-based development
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Committed to engineering best practices including CI/CD and TDD
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Capable of owning projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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Strong attention to detail and long-term strategic thinking
If you're passionate about quantitative research and eager to work on impactful problems at the intersection of finance and technology, we’d love to hear from you.