Quantitative Researcher – HFT Futures/Equities
OptiverAustin, Texas, United States
Posted May 29, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilising the market no matter the conditions.
Job Description
Optiver is seeking Quantitative Researchers to join our High-Frequency Trading (HFT) Team, where we run fully automated trading strategies powered by Machine Learning.
Requirements
- 2+ years of quantitative research experience on a successful futures/equities trading team
- Proven track record of developing profitable trading strategies, with strong analytical and mathematical skills
- Experience in computationally intensive research
- BS, MS, and/or PhD in a quantitative or technical field
- Proficiency in programming languages (C++, C, Python, Java)
- A highly collaborative team player, valuing diverse perspectives and building strong partnerships
- A self-starter who takes initiative, sets ambitious goals, and proactively identifies opportunities for impact
Benefits
- Global profit-sharing pool and performance-based bonus structure
- 401(k) match up to 50%
- Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
- 25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
- Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more