Quantitative Strategist

Options Quantitative Researcher – New York

Client: Global prop and market-maker

Location: New York

Salary: $150k - $250k base + bonuses/benefits

A global proprietary trading and market-making firm is seeking an Options Quantitative Researcher to join their options desk. This is a hands-on role in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where research directly informs trading decisions.

• Develop and test quantitative models and trading signals for options and volatility strategies
• Translate research into actionable strategies within live trading systems
• Optimise and calibrate strategies across products and market conditions
• Collaborate with traders and engineers to improve execution, risk management, and analytics
• Analyse large datasets to identify patterns and opportunities
• Contribute to risk modelling and performance monitoring frameworks

• Degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or other quantitative fields
• Strong expertise in volatility modelling, risk management, and derivatives pricing
• Experience building and validating trading signals for options or other derivative products
• Proficient in Python and/or C++ with solid coding and data analysis skills
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

• Work on complex options strategies with real market impact
• Collaborative culture bridging research, trading, and technology
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus potential