Quantitative Analyst

About the Role

Join a rapidly growing quantitative trading firm in Sunshine Coast, Australia, as a Quantitative Analyst focused on predictive modelling and systematic trading. The company fosters a start-up culture characterized by a flat organizational structure, direct engagement with key decision-makers, and substantial autonomy over your contributions. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are provided to successfully onboard international candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, refine, and sustain predictive models that inform trading decisions.
• Explore novel sources of alpha and enhance the accuracy of forecasts.
• Analyze extensive datasets to identify predictive signals and actionable findings.
• Develop and validate quantitative techniques to improve pricing and strategic choices.
• Collaborate closely with traders and quantitative researchers to expand model applications across new and adjacent markets.
• Participate in the ongoing development of the firm's research methodology.

Candidate Profile

• 3 to 5 years of experience in quantitative research, analysis, or trading roles.
• Educational background in mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, computer science, or equivalent quantitative field.
• Proficiency in Python programming and handling large-scale datasets.
• Proven problem-solving skills and capacity for independent critical thinking.
• Strong competitive drive to identify trading edges.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Effective communication skills fostering teamwork in a small group setting.
• Preference for candidates with experience in proprietary trading firms, quantitative hedge funds, market-making, or systematic trading; alternatively, demonstrated competitive excellence in trading, investing, strategic games, sports, or personal quantitative projects.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Opportunity to directly impact predictive modelling rather than infrastructure development.
• Significant responsibility and measurable influence on trading outcomes.
• Mentorship and learning from a seasoned, successful trading team.
• Entrepreneurial work environment with minimal bureaucracy.
• Annual profit-sharing program participation.
• Flexible working hours with supportive workplace culture.
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• Enjoy living and working on Australia's scenic Sunshine Coast.