Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

About the Position

We're constantly asking questions to improve what we already do and explore new opportunities. As a Quantitative Researcher in our NYC office, you'll work directly with our traders and research infrastructure to:

Conduct research and analyze large data sets to develop and implement alpha signals while contributing to portfolio construction

Collaborate with others to analyze the performance while optimizing and creating new strategies

Develop pricing models

Assess risk

Required Skills

An advanced degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, an engineering discipline, mathematics, statistics, or physics

A deep technical understanding of advanced statistical techniques

3+ years of relevant equity trading experience

Expertise building statistical models equity forecasts, with a proven track record of deploying such models to production equity trading systems

Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: C++, Python, R, Matlab, Ruby, Java

Experience leading a team of researchers, either in industry or academia

Superior written and verbal communication skills

Benefits and Perks

Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with employer match

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leaves

Commuter and Flexible Spending Programs

Base Salary Range

$170,000 - $300,000 - Salaries are based on numerous factors such as skills, experience, and education. Our compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees. For more information, reach out to your recruiter.

Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.