We're looking for a Junior Quantitative Researcher to join a leading company in the field of algorithmic trading.
The company leverages advanced machine learning technologies to forecast prices for more than 50,000 financial instruments, including equities, bonds, FX, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. Based on these forecasts, the firm trades on exchanges and alternative venues, providing differentiated liquidity to clients worldwide.
The company’s daily trading volume exceeds $250 billion. Offices are located in London, New York, Singapore, Paris, Bristol, Mumbai, Yerevan, and Kazan.
The firm operates unique computing infrastructure:
A research cluster with over 25,000 GPUs and 650 petabytes of storage, connected via a high-performance network.
The company culture emphasizes collaboration, openness, and respect - without rigid hierarchy
Key Responsibilities:
Develop trading signals and predictive algorithms using mathematical models
Work with large-scale financial datasets utilizing the company’s advanced computing infrastructure
Collaborate closely with experienced researchers and team leads - strong mentorship from day one
Key Requirements:
Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative discipline
High academic performance (GPA 4.5+/5, 7+/10, or equivalent)
Strong knowledge of statistics
Proven ability to conduct independent research in competitive environments
English proficiency at least at Intermediate level
Nice to Have:
Demonstrated ability to solve both practical and analytical problems (through experience or achievements)
Olympiad medals in quantitative disciplines (mathematics, physics, etc.), achievements in competitions such as Kaggle, hackathons, or academic contests
Programming skills, especially in C++ and/or Python
Understanding of machine learning methods and algorithms
Knowledge of economics and finance
Publications and a strong academic research background
Benefits & Conditions:
Hybrid format in Yerevan (4 days in the office + 1 remote)
A relocation package covering the entire family, including expense reimbursement and a relocation bonus of £10,000 gross.
Comprehensive medical insurance for employees, their families, and travel coverage
25 working days of paid annual leave
Paid sick leave up to 12 weeks per year
Critical illness and accident insurance
Wellness allowance: 86,000 AMD net per month
Free lunches at the office
Weekly corporate massage
Corporate events
Extended parental leave, including 2 months of paid paternity leave