Quantitative Researcher – Futures

IMC Trading

Chicago, United States
$250,000 - $300,000 usd; bonus + benefits eligible...
On-site
Systematic futures trading strategies
Large scale data analysis
Machine learning techniques
Candidates will join a well-resourced effort combining IMC’s extensive options trading expertise with systematic strategies in the underlying futures market

Job Summary

  • Candidates will join a well-resourced effort combining IMC’s extensive options trading expertise with systematic strategies in the underlying futures market.
  • They will contribute not only to signal generation but also work w/ developers in design and implementation of a robust research framework that allows for new ideas to be researched, tested, and put into production in a timely manner.
  • IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone.

Matching Summary

Candidates will join a well-resourced effort combining IMC’s extensive options trading expertise with systematic strategies in the underlying futures market.

Salary

$250,000 - $300,000 USD; Bonus and benefits eligible; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Systematic futures trading strategies
  • Large scale data analysis
  • Machine learning techniques
  • Intraday futures trading strategies
  • High-frequency market data
  • Research to production pipeline

Nice-to-have

  • Market microstructure understanding
  • Alternative data integration
  • Strategic research direction

Key Requirements

  • 5+ Years quantitative research experience
  • Advanced degree in quantitative/technical discipline
  • Demonstrable track record of generating predictive signals
  • Excellent programming skills (Python, C++)
  • Strong statistical background
  • Work authorization in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

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