Head - Quantitative Researcher Job in Fcs Software Solutions Limited

Introduction

Highly reputed quantitative hedge fund established in 2013. Our firm specializes in quantitative research and trading of global equity strategies. Our senior management includes former heads of proprietary trading teams, distinguished academics and a highly talented team of traders, computer scientists and researchers.

Technology is at the core of what we do. It is who we are and it is central to our mission. We leverage technology, big data, extensive use of alternative data sets, sophisticated mathematical frameworks including machine learning and natural language processing to construct highly diversified liquid portfolios

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. quantitative researcher/Lead to join our India team. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to work with a world-class research, trading, and technology team to research new trading ideas or improve existing ones.

Roles and Responsibilities

Research:

• Research, back test, and code new ideas or improve existing ones
• Complete projects assigned by senior researchers from New York Office
• Responsible for quality research project delivery in India

Management:

• Help and guide junior researchers during development and testing phases
• Day to Day task management of junior researchers
• Work closely with U.S researchers on research priorities for India.
• Help hire and build high caliber research team in India
• India research team performance measurement and improvement

Desired Candidate Profile

General Skills:

• Strong understanding of finance, economics, and statistics
• Excellent economic intuition
• Strong and reliable creative thinking
• Good knowledge of equity markets and data analysis
• Knowledge of common accounting concepts desirable
• Good programming skills with an emphasis on writing clear, concise, and maintainable code
• Familiarity with Python 3, Pandas, Numpy, Scipy, Statsmodels, etc
• Close attention to detail, holding oneself to high standards
• Good communication and team building skills in a fast- paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with an international team

Qualifications:

• A degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related area
• 7+ years of Total exp with 2 to 4 years experience at a Hedge Fund, Asset Management or Proprietary Trading firm, a plus
• Experience with large financial datasets
• Experience in Quant Research or Quant portfolio management in equity markets is required

Perks and Benefits

Open to discuss

Job Location

Noida UP & Hyderabad