Quantitative Researcher | Experienced Hire - Susquehanna International Group

Overview

Susquehanna is hiring experienced professionals as Quantitative Researchers. Our quantitative researchers apply mathematics, statistics, and programming to find solutions to complex problems that occur in financial markets. They use research as a tool to better understand global markets, varying products, and the network of exchanges that we trade on. Quants move Susquehanna's business forward by improving, identifying, and implementing trading strategies for the firm.

What we're looking for

• PhD or equivalent degree in mathematics, physics, statistics, electrical engineering, computer science, operations research, or related discipline
• Foundational knowledge of probability and statistics (a theoretical understanding as you will be spending much of your time modeling various financial problems)
• Experience working with and drawing conclusions from large datasets is a must
• Building statistical forecasting models to impact real-time problem sets and drive insight to relevant markets
• Strong practical computing skills in object-oriented languages
• Creatively and drive to challenge standard methods and come up with innovative new approaches
• Having a proficiency in coding cleanly and efficiently is a plus (python preferred)
• Previous finance industry experience is not required, but a passion for financial problem sets with real time impact is crucial
• Naturally curious, relentless problem solvers, and have the desire to continuously innovate, learn, and grow

What we offer

• A flat structure of collaborative environment of highly technical colleagues with a fierce passion for what they do
• Industry-leading resources and technology infrastructure from one of the largest proprietary trading firms to support your day-to-day mandates
• Extensive training, learning, development programs led by some of the top performers in the firm
• Tangible mentorship and cross-collaboration between trading, research, and development teams fostering an environment of openness and knowledge sharing
• Real impact through olve complex technical challenges, working alongside other quantitative researchers and collaborating with traders to solve some of the most challenging research problems with real-time impact.
• Balanced, collaborative working culture that allows employees of every level to thrive together regardless of title or tenure at Susquehanna

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.

If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to recruiting@sig.com. Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will not be eligible for an agency fee.

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