Quant Researcher - Delta One
IMC Sydney, AustraliaOUR TEAM
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Quant Researcher - Delta One
IMC is looking for experienced quantitative researchers to develop high to mid frequency delta one trading strategies and predictive models. Candidates will join an effort of combining IMC’s extensive options and infrastructure expertise with signals in the underlying market. Candidates will be responsible for performing large scale data analysis to derive unique predictions of market behaviour that will then be leveraged by IMC’s best-in-class technology to act on those predictions across our trading.
Once on board, candidates will join a growing cross-functional team of researchers, traders and developers who work in a highly collaborative environment. This driven and skilled team will help shape our direction across research and tooling
Key Responsibilities
- Understand the current suite of models and algorithms with the aim to make any short-term improvements, while building a foundation to further leverage these models .
- Find innovative ways to monetize existing algorithms through specific deep-dives and broad data analysis
- Rapidly research, test, prototype and validate new algorithmic ideas, preferably with Python.
Skill and Experience Requirements
- 3+ years’ experience as a quantitative researcher with specific experience in the high to mid frequency delta one space. Experience with signal generation and predictive modelling. [required]
- Relevant tertiary qualifications (graduate or post graduate), with strong academic results, preference in mathematics, science, financial engineering or computer science.
- Experience working in a highly driven and collaborative team environment
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