Analyst - Global Markets - Equity Quant Research

Role: Global Markets - Junior Equity Quant Researcher

Corporate Title: Analyst

Experience: 0 - 2 years' experience (Previous internship or work experience in quantitative trading or algorithmic trading is a plus)

Qualification: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related disciplines from Tier 1 institutes

Job location: Mumbai Powai

About the Company

It is an Asia-headquartered financial services group with an integrated global network spanning

over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its four business divisions: Retail, Asset Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Merchant Banking. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership.

Business Overview:

- We are seeking a highly motivated Junior Quant Researchers to join our dynamic and innovative
quantitative trading team, focusing on Pan-Asia systematic equity long/short strategies.

- As a Junior Quant Researcher, you'll play an active role in developing and implementing trading
strategies while utilizing your strong programming skills.
The role provides an excellent opportunity to:

- Work closely with seasoned senior quant traders, benefitting from their guidance and mentorship as you create and optimize real trading strategies.

- To work in an environment that is entrepreneurial and that values new ideas, innovation and most of all ownership of problems and solutions

Role & Responsibilities:

- Develop a high-frequency intraday database for signal extraction.

- Design and build an efficient data processing pipeline for feature generation and strategy simulation

- Analyse the performance of trading strategies, offering input for ongoing refinement and improvement.

- Collaborate with team members, sharing insights, and contributing to a culture of innovation and excellence.

Mind Set:

A strong desire for efficient coding is a must.

Key Skills:

- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and R.

- Proficiency in a Linux environment.

- Familiarity with databases like SQL and KDB.

- Strong knowledge of data structures and object-oriented design principles.

- Passion for financial markets and a strong desire to learn and grow in a dynamic trading environment

Personal Qualities:

- Passion for Quantitative Trading

- Resilience

- Strong intellectual curiosity and fast learner

- Hard working and strong work ethics

- Ability to work effectively as part of multicultural team