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Quantitative Research – University Graduate (Europe), LondonClient:Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

14.03.2025

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28.04.2025

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Job Description

At Citadel Securities, our mission is to be the most successful investment team in the world. Quantitative Researchers play a key role in this mission by developing next-generation models and trading approaches for a range of investment strategies. You’ll get to challenge the impossible in quantitative research by applying sophisticated and complex statistical techniques to financial markets, some of the most complex data sets in the world.

Your Objectives

  1. Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop, and continuously improve upon mathematical models and help translate algorithms into code.
  2. Back test and implement trading models and signals in a live trading environment.
  3. Use unconventional data sources to drive innovation.
  4. Conduct research and statistical analysis to build and refine monetization systems for trading signals.

Your Skills & Talents

  1. Bachelors, Masters or PhD degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field.
  2. Strong knowledge of probability and statistics, machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, NLP.
  3. Prior experience working in a data-driven research environment.
  4. Experience with NoSQL databases, such as MongoDB.
  5. Experience with distributed computing using MapReduce.
  6. Experience with translating mathematical models and algorithms into code (Python, R or C++).
  7. Independent research experience.
  8. Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
  9. Excellent analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
  10. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Opportunities available in London and Zurich.

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