Quant Researcher - Intraday Systematic Equities (Stat Arb)
We are working with a top‑tier hedge fund to hire a Quant Researcher for their intraday systematic equities / statistical arbitrage strategy based in Paris.
The role is research‑led, focused on alpha generation and model development, while offering meaningful exposure to trading, including signal deployment, portfolio construction and live performance analysis.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent role for a Quant Researcher who wants to stay deeply technical while seeing their work directly influence intraday trading decisions. The strategy operates on intraday, with fast feedback loops between research and production.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, develop and test intraday alpha signals for systematic equity stat‑arb strategies
- Work with high‑frequency and intraday equity data (from minutes down to shorter horizons, depending on strategy)
- Perform rigorous backtesting, validation and robustness analysis across market regimes
- Contribute to signal combination, portfolio construction and turnover/cost optimisation
- Partner closely with traders and PMs to support live trading, performance diagnostics and strategy iteration
- Continuously refine models to improve Sharpe, stability and execution efficiency
Requirements
- Experience in systematic equities / intraday stat‑arb (buy‑side strongly preferred)
- Strong quantitative background: statistics, probability, linear algebra, time‑series analysis
- Strong programming skills, Python essential (experience with kdb+/q, C++, or similar is a plus)
- Comfortable working with large, high‑frequency datasets
- Strong academic background in a quantitative discipline (MSc/PhD)
- Curious, detail‑oriented and motivated to work close to the trading process
Why This Role?
- Intraday focus with real ownership over alpha research
- Clear visibility into how research translates into live trading and PnL
- Collaborative environment with close interaction between QRs and traders
- Paris‑based role within a best‑in‑class systematic equities platform
- Strong compensation and long‑term progression for high performers
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