We are looking for an experienced Alpha Researcher to join VivCourt's Systematic MFT team.
VivCourt is a quantitative trading firm with a unique people-first approach. We trade multiple asset classes in global financial markets, leveraging robust technology, data, and intuitive research platforms to find value.
Join VivCourt’s Systematic MFT team
Join VivCourt’s systematic trading team to develop and run your own strategies, either independently within the broader platform, or in close collaboration with our existing research team. The role isn't tied to a specific asset class or market. We're looking for strong candidates from any background who bring a genuine edge, the research skill to capture it, and a proven track record running a strategy end-to-end. You'll own the research strategy design, work with our engineers to take it live, and track and analyse how your strategy performs in production.
What you will bring:
- Strong research process, diligence, and quantitative problem-solving skills.
- Deep experience in alpha research, portfolio construction and backtesting, ideally complemented by broader full-stack quantitative research experience spanning data sourcing and cleaning through to production implementation.
- strong truth-seeking mindset, willing to challenge assumptions, debate ideas from any angle, remain unbiased toward your own work, and be genuinely willing to be proven wrong.
What You’ll Find
- A collaborative, open-minded research culture with strong team energy, welcoming new approaches and innovative thinking.
- An established research and trading platform that allows new researchers with proven signals to get up and running quickly.
- Ambitious plans for growth, with plenty of scope to make a meaningful impact and take ownership from day one.
Why VivCourt
- No shareholders. Our profits fund social impact.
- Performance + purpose. We aim to be one of the best trading firms in the world while contributing to a better one.
- Flat structure, fast decisions. You’ll have access, ownership, and autonomy.
- People-first culture.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We bring talented people together to do exceptional work. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, you’ll find a place to belong and grow at VivCourt. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, and abilities.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience as a trader
- Proven track record of turning trading ideas into results
- Skills in statistics, data science, programming, and capital markets
- Eagerness to collaborate and contribute in a team culture
What We Do
Vivienne Court Trading Pty Ltd (VivCourt) is a proprietary trading company headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded by Rob Keldoulis in 2011, VivCourt trades a diverse range of asset classes using its proprietary technologies, market-leading coverage and global connections. VivCourt operates across all trading styles including market making, quantitative trading and positional trading, with a focus on APAC markets. VivCourt is reimagining the purpose of a trading firm. Their mission is to create a people-first culture that allows people to be authentic and curious, ask questions, and work autonomously. Additionally, VivCourt is driving social change, challenging the finance industry with the company's socially conscious approach. Rob Keldoulis, reflects on the company's origins “Trading can be a wonderful career, but there’s no function to it other than to make money. Doctors heal the sick and lawyers practise law, but a trader’s only job is to generate income over and over. After they make their money, a lot of traders have trouble finding meaning in the industry. I wanted to know if it was possible to take what is basically the most capitalist job in the world and create purpose out of it. Could trading become something that also helped make the world a better place?” Since its inception in 2011, VivCourt has steadily grown and established itself as a pioneer in the financial world. Dedicated to maintaining its edge, VivCourt is in pursuit of top-tier traders and technologists, those with the right mix of skill and attitude, to delve into uncharted markets and set new benchmarks in the industry. A testament to our prowess, the Japan Exchange Group (JPX) has honoured VivCourt as the Best Market Maker in Outstanding ETF Market-Making Performance for three consecutive years.
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