Quantitative Researcher

What you'll do

• Research & Analytics — Develop cross-sectional and time-series signals across markets and asset classes, translating large volumes of market data into actionable investment insights.
• Systematic Investment Strategy — Convert research into investable strategies with realistic assumptions on transaction costs, slippage, capacity, and turnover. Build and maintain the full pipeline, from back testing through to live performance monitoring.
• AI & Automation — Build AI-powered solutions and agentic research workflows that scale the team's research throughput and support cross-functional projects with firm-wide impact.
• Product Development & Innovation — Work alongside Product Managers, Data Engineers, Software Engineers, Designers to transform research outputs into production-grade features within the InnovestX platform. Own initiatives end-to-end, from initial hypothesis through production deployment and ongoing performance monitoring.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 0-3 years experience in a quantitative, data, or research role.
• Strong Python for research and data analysis (pandas, NumPy), plus working knowledge of SQL.
• Rigorous analytical and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment on what makes a result robust.
• Ability to explain complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated interest in financial markets, investing, and technology.
• Hands-on experience building with LLMs and Generative AI.
• Familiarity with LangChain/LangGraph, MCP, vector databases, RAG, or agentic frameworks.
• Background in quantitative investing, algorithmic trading, portfolio construction, or financial modeling.
• Exposure to Git, APIs, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), and software engineering practices.
• Experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, LSEG/Refinitiv, Capital IQ, SEC filings, or earnings transcripts.
• CFA, FRM, or CAIA charter, or progress toward one.