Quantitative Specialist
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Quantitative Analyst to join SG R&D in AMER, focusing on Rates Algo strategies. The role involves the design, development, and support of algorithmic trading models across U.S. Treasuries and swaps markets.
The candidate will work closely with trading teams to maintain and enhance existing strategies, ensure robustness of backtesting frameworks, and contribute to the evolution of the algorithmic platform.
This role is critical to ensure continuity of expertise and mitigate key-man risk within the team.
Main Responsibilities
Algo Modeling & Development
Research, design, develop, implement, and maintain quantitative models for UST algo trading
Enhance existing models and contribute to new developments
Contribute to the development of new alpha signal strategies.
Ensure robustness and scalability of core models
Backtesting Framework
Maintain and improve backtesting infrastructure
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency of simulations
Contribute to performance analysis and strategy validation
Trading Support & Collaboration
Work closely with traders to formalize and implement trading ideas
Provide support on model usage and behavior in production
Participate in real-time analysis of strategy performance
Collaborate with technology teams to implement the models into production
Knowledge & Documentation
Ensure proper documentation of models, methodologies, and workflows in line with MRM guidelines
Contribute to knowledge transfer to mitigate concentration risk
Profile required
Profile Required
Technical Skills
Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Solid understanding of Rates products and derivatives
Strong programming skills (Proficiency in Python, object-oriented languages)
Experience in time series analysis and backtesting
Experience
2+ years as quantitative analysis supporting algo trading
Strong understanding of US Treasury market structure: on-the-run/off-the-run dynamics, auction cycle, repo, futures basis, and DV01 risk
Education
Master’s degree or PhD in Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field
Business insight
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COMPENSATION:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.