Junior Quantitative Researcher (New Grad/Entry-Level) Job at Valkyrie Trading, Chicago, IL

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  • Valkyrie Trading
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Responsibilities At Valkyrie, Quantitative Researchers are expected to apply their quantitative skill set to solve challenging problems in financial modeling, algorithm development, and system optimizations. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work with traders and software developers in a highly collaborative environment to improve Valkyrie’s complex, ever-evolving algorithmic infrastructure. Specific responsibilities can range from building tools for traders to exploring new trading ideas, to writing algorithms from scratch, to automating and refining existing strategies, to analyzing and optimizing system performance. You will also inform traders about the market developments, tools, and models that drive Valkyrie’s trading activities. Qualifications Degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science or equivalent Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills Passion for the financial markets Strong working knowledge of data analysis, statistics, and optimization Entrepreneurial attitude with a keen attention to detail Strong communication and interpersonal skills Drive and maturity to handle considerable responsibility Capability to quickly recover from mistakes Proficient in python with experience using common data science libraries Benefits Competitive salaries and performance bonuses Top-tier medical and dental coverage Relocation assistance packages Generous vacation policy Training opportunities and continuing education Catered lunch, snacks, and beverages Group outings and company parties Casual dress environment Salary: $140,000 - $140,000 a year This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Valkyrie’s vision is to be an organization where curious, driven, and innovative people are able to compete and win in the world’s most competitive landscape – the financial markets. Daily competition in the financial markets provides the ideal arena to push ourselves further as we are ever striving to grow, improve, and win. We recognize that there are extraordinary opportunities to be had every day, and by exploring, collaborating, and building, we can accomplish remarkable results together. #J-18808-Ljbffr Valkyrie Trading

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