Quantitative Researcher

Quantitative Researcher - Singapore

Team/Role Overview:

Our client is a newly established quantitative trading firm seeking exceptional Quantitative Researchers to join its growing team in Singapore.

The firm is building its research platform from the ground up and is particularly interested in talented researchers from outside of finance. Successful candidates will work on challenging predictive problems, applying a combination of statistical modelling, machine learning and computational techniques.

What You'll Do:

• Research and develop predictive models using large and complex datasets.
• Apply statistical, machine learning and deep learning techniques to real-world problems.
• Design rigorous experiments to identify and validate new signals.
• Develop high-quality research code and tools to test and implement ideas.
• Work closely with a small, highly technical team in a fast-moving research environment.

Desirable Experience:

• Strong academic background in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Biostatistics, Physics or another highly quantitative discipline.
• Excellent mathematical, statistical and problem-solving ability.
• Strong programming skills, ideally in Python, C++ or similar languages.
• PhD, Master's or exceptional undergraduate academic background.
• Experience in academic research, AI/ML, scientific computing or another technically demanding environment is highly relevant.
• Evidence of exceptional achievement through research, publications, competitive programming, Olympiads or academic performance is advantageous.
• Previous experience in finance or trading is not required.

Location: Singapore, with relocation support available. Exceptional candidates may also be considered for London.