Quantitative Researcher - Analytics
Virtu FinancialBoston
Posted April 15, 2026
170000 - 210000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Virtu Financial is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming you for who you are and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Job Description
Virtu is looking for a detail-oriented quantitative researcher to join our Financial Engineering team in Boston. The successful candidate will conduct trading-related research and development by applying principles of scientific computing and analytical and programming skills using modern state-of-the-art tools and software.
Requirements
- PhD degree in a quantitative field (e.g., mathematics, physics, statistics and operations research)
- 2+ years industry or relevant PhD or PostDoc experience
- Self-driven, detail-oriented and capable of formulating and solving problems independently
- Experience with C++ and Python is required
- Experience with scalable and modular software development and deployment as well as in depth knowledge of algorithms and data structures
- Previous experience with statistical and optimization techniques is preferred
- Hands-on experience with intraday financial data and analytics is preferred
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401k matching
- Retirement plan
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
