Job Description

Company insight:

The Head of Research at this rapidly growing quantitative trading firm is seeking to engage a Junior Quant Engineer. Founded by seasoned technologists and researchers from a leading global market maker, the firm has grown from a boutique proprietary trading operation into a sophisticated, multi-asset investment platform with an international footprint - all in just six years. With their close-knit team spanning New Jersey and Shanghai, the firm fosters a truly collaborative environment rooted in scientific rigor, creative problem-solving, and intellectual curiosity.

This role is based in Jersey City, NJ. Please ensure that you meet all the requirements below before submitting an application. Otherwise, your application will not be considered.

Your Role:

In this role, you will:

• Implement and maintain strategy models, while improving strategy backtesting frameworks
• Develop quantitative research toolchains
• Maintain quantitative databases and develop strategy monitoring & risk analysis tools
• Deploy strategy code and optimize execution logic

Experience Required / About You:

• Fluency in both Mandarin and English is essential
• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, or related technical fields is essential
• Proficiency in C++ or Python is essential
• 1-3 years of professional programming experience in production environments
• Quantitative research/trading experience preferred
• Ability to think critically and rigorously in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication with strong teamwork mindset

Pre-application

• Please do not apply if you are looking for a contract or remote work
• You must be eligible to live and work in the US, without requiring sponsorship
• Please ensure you meet the required experience section prior to applying
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