Quantitative Researcher

Aquatic was founded with a shared passion for tackling some of the most complex challenges in one of the world’s most competitive arenas—global financial markets. From the very beginning, we have been driven by a deep commitment to applying cutting-edge scientific research and technological innovation to deliver unparalleled performance. Our journey is one of continuous growth and exploration, marked by a spirit of curiosity and relentless drive for excellence. 

Quantitative Researcher

Chicago

Responsibilities:  Improve proprietary trading models and strategies; utilize financial and other data to create or improve predictive models; develop and/or leverage leading-edge statistical and machine-learning models to enhance research and development system; create algorithms to monetize predictive signals.

Requirements: 

• Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics or related field
• 2 months of related experience
• Any amount of experience utilizing mathematical concepts to find solutions to quantitative problems
• Any amount of experience designing, developing and implementing proprietary python code that improves open libraries such as the scikit-learn library of Python
• Any amount of experience curating and performing data analysis on financial data as part of a trading system

Must live within normal commuting distance of worksite.  Remote work allowed 10 days per year.

Salary range:  $170,000 to $180,000

Benefits:

• Benefits: For full-time employees, fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, competitive 401k plan, employer-paid life & disability insurance 
• Perks: Wellness programs, casual dress, snacks, lunch, game room, team and company events
• Development: Open environment to maximize learning and knowledge sharing
• Time: Generous PTO, paid holidays, competitive paid caregiver leaves

Aquatic Capital

This role represents a unique opportunity to join a quantitative investment manager in its early stage of growth. The firm’s culture will be shaped by collaboration, meritocracy, ambition, and calm determination.

Aquatic is a proud equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.