Quantitative Researcher, Quantitative Strategies

We are seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join our team in a collaborative environment, focusing on Asian equity markets.

The ideal candidate combines quantitative skills with hands-on trading or desk quant experience in Asian equities.

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop and implement systematic equity trading strategies in Asian markets, including China Mainland, Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan
• Apply knowledge of Asian equity market rules, trading conventions, and venue characteristics to optimize strategy deployment
• Conduct quantitative research in alpha signals: idea generation, data processing, and statistical analysis
• Implement trading strategies across multiple venues
• Carry out market-specific analysis

Preferred Technical Skills

• Expertise in Python
• Proficiency in modern data science tools (Jupyter, pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn)
• Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related STEM field from a top-ranked university
• Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative finance, mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, regression, and probability theory
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Preferred Experience

• Direct trading or desk quant experience in Asian equity markets, with practical knowledge of market rules and trading conventions
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a quantitative trading, desk quant, or quantitative research role with exposure to live equity trading
• Experience working with multiple datasets and manipulating data (assessing quality, cleaning, creating features, etc.)

Highly Valued Relevant Experience

• Hands-on experience with live systematic equity trading strategies in Asian markets
• Entrepreneurial mindset, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Curiosity and critical thinking
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally

Target Start Date: ASAP