Job Application for Quant Researcher at Maven

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As a Quant Researcher you will work collaboratively with traders and researchers to tackle problems in the computational, data processing, signal generation, and signal combination spaces. We will teach you the skills to develop expertise in doing quantitative research and development across a variety of financial domains and time-horizons including: options, futures, and equities. You will complete Options training, apply your academic research abilities and learn how to perform research on real-world data of varied volume and sampling frequency across a variety of domains.

Responsibilities:
Design, evaluate and continuously improve our automated trading algorithms
Build quantitative pricing models, for example American Option Pricing and Volatility Modelling
Research and analyse trading data to find and test trading opportunities

What we are looking for:
Academic degree in applied mathematics, engineering or physics (Masters or PhD)
Relevant programming experience in at least one language (Python, C++, C#)
The ability to solve new and unfamiliar problems quickly and creatively
Good communication skills, being able to present the results of a research clearly
Proactive interest in improving existing trading strategies and identifying new opportunities
Knowledge of financial markets, particularly options and future is a bonus, but not required

Please note, this position is aimed at those who have fewer than 3 years professional work experience - if you have any questions regarding eligibility, please contact emergingtalent@mavensecurities.com

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At Maven our goal is to create an environment that empowers and motivates our employees to maximize their potential. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to optimize performance, reward our employees, and allow them time to pursue their passions.

Benefits at Maven include medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, employer paid short term and long term disability and life insurance, as well as paid parental leave. Maven also offers retirement plans with an employer match and an annual learning and development stipend for all employees.

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Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000, plus a discretionary bonus.

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