Job Title:Quantitative Researcher Machine Learning & Systematic Equities
Location:London
About the Role
A leadingglobal hedge fundis seeking aQuantitative Researcherwith strongmachine learning expertiseto join a high-performingsystematic equities teamin London. This role offers the opportunity to work in acollaborative entrepreneurial environment developing cutting-edge alpha signals and trading strategies using advanced statistical and ML techniques.
Key Responsibilities
- Conductalpha researchfor systematic equity strategies includingidea generation data analysis and model development.
- Applymachine learning statistical learning and econometric techniquesto extract predictive signals from large diverse datasets.
- Design implement and backtestPython-based ML modelsfor systematic trading strategies.
- Develop and maintainscalable modular codewithin a shared research infrastructure.
- Collaborate closely with theSenior Portfolio Manager (SPM)and investment team to integrate research into live trading.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Advanced degree (MSc/PhD)in a quantitative field ( Science Statistics Applied Math Physics or related discipline) from a top-tier institution.
- 2 years of experienceinquantitative equity research with a focus onmachine learning-driven alpha signals.
- Strong Python programming skills including experience withML libraries (e.g. TensorFlow PyTorch scikit-learn)and large-scale data analysis.
- Proven ability to work withfundamental event-driven and alternative datasets.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
Highly Desirable Experience
- Background instatistical arbitrage factor investing or high-frequency equity strategies.
- Experience developingML-based alphas(supervised/unsupervised learning NLP reinforcement learning etc.).
- Strongfinancial intuitionand ability to translate market insights into robust trading signals.
Why Apply
- Work within atop-tier hedge fundwith a strong track record in systematic investing.
- Fast-paced intellectually stimulating environmentwith significant growth potential.
- Opportunity to contribute to ahigh-impact research-driven trading strategy.
Start Date:Immediate (flexible for the right candidate).
If you are aquantitative researcher with ML expertiselooking to advance your career in systematic equities we encourage you to apply or email