Quantitative Research Engineer - PhD Graduate (US)

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New York, NY
In-Office
250K-275K Annually
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Information Technology • Software • Financial Services
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The Role
Quantitative Research Engineers design and implement automated trading systems using advanced statistical techniques, collaborating with researchers to deliver software solutions.
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Job Description
At Citadel Securities, Quantitative Research Engineers work closely with Quantitative Researchers to develop and implement automated trading system software solutions. These solutions utilize advanced statistical and quantitative techniques to tackle complex financial challenges. We seek candidates with a proven track record of excellence in their field and a strong desire to apply their advanced software engineering skills to systematic investing.
Your Objectives
  • Design, develop, test, and deploy elegant software solutions for automated trading systems
  • Partner with the Quantitative Research team to define priorities and deliver custom software solutions

Your Skills & Talents
  • PhD degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, or another highly quantitative field
  • Strong programming skills with proficiency in one or more programming languages, including C++, Python, and R
  • A deep passion for technology, software development, and mathematics
  • Strong computer science fundamentals and software development experience
  • Experience with some of the following areas: Distributed Computing, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Platform Development, Networking, System Design, and/or Web Development
  • Proven track record of creatively solving problems by understanding and prioritizing business value and applying technology solutions
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills

Opportunities available in Miami and New York.
In accordance with applicable law, the base salary range for this role is $250,000 to $275,000.
In addition, the employee who fills this role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive compensation program, as well as a wide array of benefit programs, such as medical and life insurance, retirement and tax-free savings plans, and access to other healthcare programs.
About Citadel Securities
Citadel Securities is a technology-driven, next-generation global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with world-class liquidity, competitive pricing and seamless front-to-back execution in a broad array of financial products. Our teams of engineers, traders and researchers harness leading-edge quantitative research and the accelerating power of compute, machine learning and AI to power our analytics and tackle the market's and our clients' most critical challenges. Together, we are forging the future of capital markets. For more information, visit citadelsecurities.com .

Top Skills

C++
Distributed Computing
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
Networking
Platform Development
Python
R
System Design
Web Development

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The Company
HQ: Miami, FL
1,900 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

Citadel Securities is a technology-driven, next-generation global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with world-class liquidity, competitive pricing and seamless front-to-back execution in a broad array of financial products. Our teams of engineers, traders and researchers harness leading-edge quantitative research and the accelerating power of compute, machine learning and AI to power our analytics and tackle the market’s and our clients’ most critical challenges. Together, we are forging the future of capital markets.

Why Work With Us

We do not accept the status quo and we are constantly looking to achieve what others think is impossible. That’s true not just in our careers, but also in our communities.

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