Quantitative Analyst - Global Funding

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a talented Quantitative Analyst to join our Global Funding team and work closely with our Portfolio Finance Traders. This position offers a unique opportunity to be exposed to the inner workings of a highly successful quantitative trading firm. We are looking for someone that enjoys taking on challenging problems and wants to make an immediate, tangible impact. 

The right candidate is an enthusiastic learner with a background in finance, securities finance, and/or automated trading. In this role, you can expect to be challenged by the ever-changing financial markets and find yourself solving interesting problems in an extremely fast-paced, real-time environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quantitative models using statistical and mathematical techniques for portfolio optimization and risk management
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of financial data, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies
• Design and backtest trading strategies, optimizing for performance and risk
• Develop and maintain risk management models, assessing and mitigating potential financial risks
• Collaborate with traders, researchers, and other stakeholders to provide quantitative insights and support
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in quantitative finance, machine learning, and data science
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate complex quantitative findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, physics, math or a related technical discipline 
• 2+ years of experience in developing and implementing quantitative models in a financial context
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management strategies
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python (with libraries like Pandas, NumPy)
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, high pressure environment
• CFA, FRM, or other relevant certifications are a plus
• Experience with machine learning techniques a plus

Please note that this specific role is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship. For roles that are eligible for visa sponsorship, please continue to check our listings!

Culture

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.

At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.