Rates Quant Researcher
A leading multi-strat fund is scaling its macro business and is looking for a Quant Researcher to join one of its newly launched PM teams focused on developed rates markets. This is a front-office role where you'll drive alpha research through cutting-edge tools, models, and data-driven insights that directly support the investment process.
You'll work side-by-side with the PM to build infrastructure and analytics that power strategy development, trade construction, and execution optimization. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-conviction macro strategy from day one, with exposure to both discretionary and systematic elements.
What You'll Do:
- Build custom pricing models for interest rate curves (swaps, bonds, OIS/Libor)
- Develop systematic tools and visualizations to support macro strategies
- Conduct deep data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and alpha opportunities
- Systemize execution processes to optimize transaction costs and efficiency
- Collaborate with the PM to translate research into actionable trade ideas
- Work with large, complex datasets and build scalable infrastructure for research and analytics
Ideal Candidate:
- 3-5 years of experience in quant research or development within a hedge fund or sell-side trading desk
- Strong Python skills (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy) and experience with large datasets
- Familiarity with US Treasury and European government bond markets
- Experience with Dash/Plotly, SQL/kdb, and real-time Excel integrations
- Solid understanding of curve building and econometric/statistical backtesting
- Creative, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in a high-performance environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with investment professionals
This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of quant research and macro trading, with direct impact on strategy and execution. You'll be part of a small, agile team within a larger platform, where innovation and ownership are encouraged.
If this sounds like you, please apply today.
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