I am currently partnering with a high performing New York based Hedge Fund that is currently looking to build out a team within the Systematic Macro space under a Senior PM within the business. They are looking to add on a Quantitative Researcher that will partner closely with the PM to develop and refine the systematic strategies and frameworks for the team, as well as someone who has a deep breath of experience within ML libraries and frameworks for the team utilize. You will play a critical role in driving the investment process and contributing to the overall success of the pod.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement advanced quantitative models to analyze macroeconomic indicators, interest rates, currencies, and other asset classes.
- Collect, clean, and manage large and complex datasets from diverse sources, ensuring data quality and integrity for research and modeling purposes.
- Conduct thorough research on global macroeconomic trends and generate signals to identify and develop systematic trading strategies.
- Perform extensive backtesting and simulation of trading strategies to assess their robustness, performance, and risk characteristics.
- Work closely with the PM to translate research findings into actionable investment strategies and continuously refine and improve existing models.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in quantitative research or analysis within systematic macro or related financial fields.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++. Strong knowledge of statistical analysis, machine learning techniques, and data visualization.
- Deep understanding of macroeconomic theory, global markets, and financial instruments including interest rates, currencies, and commodities.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
