WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.
WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.
Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.
- We are seeking candidates with quantitative research experience and intimate knowledge of systematic strategies across a broad variety of asset classes including global equities and/or ETFs, futures, currencies and options
- Support Portfolio Managers with alpha research, modelling, portfolio construction, optimization, and implementation of quantitative trading strategies
- Build and maintain tools and systems used throughout the quantitative research and portfolio management processes
- PhD or Masters degree from a top university, with a major in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, or quantitative finance discipline
- 2-8 years’ experience in quantitative research and/or quantitative development for systematic strategies
- Demonstrated ability to program in Python and/or C++, with a strong background in data structures and algorithms
- Working knowledge of Linux
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Strong moral integrity and work ethic
- Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, full paid parental leave, generous PTO (paid time off) with unlimited sick days
- Perks: Employee discounts for gym memberships, wellness activities etc., healthy snacks, casual dress code
- Training: learning and development courses, speakers, team-building off-site
- Employee resource groups
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Skills Required
- PhD or Master's degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, or quantitative finance discipline
- 2-8 years experience in quantitative research and/or quantitative development for systematic strategies
- Demonstrated ability to program in Python and/or C++ with a strong background in data structures and algorithms
- Working knowledge of Linux
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Strong moral integrity and work ethic
WorldQuant Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical and dental coverage is fully paid for employees and dependents, indicating strong health benefits support. This breadth and cost coverage positions healthcare as a notable strength.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests paid time off is generous, with substantial vacation, personal days, and sick time described. The overall time‑off structure is portrayed as comprehensive.
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Parental & Family Support — Feedback suggests fully paid parental leave is provided. Family-oriented provisions complement core benefits to support caregiving needs.
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What We Do
WorldQuant is a global quantitative asset management firm with over $7 billion in assets under management. Founded in 2007 by Igor Tulchinsky with the belief that talent is global, but opportunity is not, WorldQuant has more than 1,000 employees spread among 26 global offices. WorldQuant seeks to get to the future faster, guided by the principle that there are an infinite number of insights to discover. The firm develops and deploys investment strategies across a variety of asset classes in global markets. For more information on WorldQuant’s philosophy and culture, please visit www.worldquant.com.
