Quantitative Researcher

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in Research / Software engineering (through employment or academic activities);
• Degree or equivalent experience from a top university in a highly analytical/quantitative field, such as: Mathematics, Finance or Economics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering or similar;
• Research mind-set: being a deep thinker, creative, persevering, inquisitive, a self-starter, attentive to detail, etc.;
• Critical thinking and ability to come up with non-standard approaches;
• Solid programming skills (C++ and/or Python);
• Good knowledge of English (both oral and written);
• Strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, which may include annual bonuses and salary increases;
• Healthy work-life balance support (flexible start time, parental leave, sabbatical after 5 years of service etc);
• Possibility for business trips to the US and other countries;
• Regular team building, competitions and corporate events;
• Monthly team lunches;
• Medical insurance;
• Life insurance;
• Support program for employees and their relatives on psychological, legal, and financial issues;
• Parental leave program for secondary care givers;
• Culture of continuous learning: certification, online and offline training in Armenia and abroad, English classes, mentoring in professional development;
• Modern office in the city center with coffee, fruits & snacks!
• Relocation package in certain cases