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In this section, you'll find all of our quantitative analytics jobs within the financial services sector.

In financial markets worldwide, the most successful trading strategies are developed by highly educated, mathematically skilled financial engineers nicknamed "quants." Quants write financial theories, computer models, valuation techniques and trading programs used by hedge funds and investment banks.

Quants employed in the financial sector usually have higher degrees and Ph.D.s in demanding subjects such as physics, economics or computer science, or any of several particular mathematical specialties like multivariate calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, probability theory and statistical inference.

For success in a quant job, you'll need to be familiar with common programming languages such as C++. You should also read and understand the work of economists Myron Scholes, Fischer Black and Robert C. Merton. Scholes and Black are synonymous with options pricing theory, having developed the famous Black-Scholes equation. The model they developed provided the fundamental conceptual framework for valuing options, and is now the de facto standard in international financial markets for valuing those instruments, alongside many different types of bonds and derivatives that contain embedded options.

Beyond qualifications, many employers expect candidates for quant jobs to pass a rigorous vetting process which includes verification of references and, in a more competitive role, published research.

A quant career might have a focus on designing and trading complex structured products such as derivatives. Hedge funds also hire a large number of quants.

To handle the bulk of daily trading volume, the use of computer-driven models or algorithms to both identify and rapidly execute profitable arbitrage opportunities has expanded in the past few years. In order to continue executing trades for funds that rely on those models, broker-dealers hire quants to refine the platforms and programs that communicate orders.

Risk-focused quants also work for specialized software vendors that handle the creation and production of risk management products.

Quantitative analytics is one sector of finance where a prospective employee with a Ph.D. isn't considered overqualified, although a master's degree in one of the subjects above is sometimes enough. Unlike with MBA candidates, the quality of your university isn't always a hiring consideration. When applying for a junior quant job, it's more important to show that you have the expertise needed to succeed in the job, demonstrated through a higher degree in mathematics, economics, physics, computer science or similar subjects, the ability to program complicated financial models and excellent communication skills. Many quants also aim to pass the Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF), designed by Dr. Paul Wilmott, as another demonstration of skill.

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Front Office C++/Java Developer Fixed Income/Commodities Derivatives Selby Jennings Circa $120,000 - $180,000 plus bonus/ben... New York City, NY 22 May 13

Front Office C++/Java Developer Fixed Income/Commodities Derivatives Manhattan, New York

C++ Developer - High Frequency Trading – New York Maven Search $180K+Bonus New York City, NY 21 May 13

A leading small and successful High Frequency Trading firm in New York looking to hire, passionate technologis...

Senior Java Algo Programmer- Equity Derivatives Selby Jennings $140000 - $170000 per annum, Benefits: b... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Senior Java Algo Programmer? Equity Derivatives Global Leading Investment Bank, Midtown, Manhattan, NY

Entry Level Software Developer – Quantitative Trading Company – New York (or) San Francisco - $120K-$150K Basic + Bonus Maven Search $120K-$150K Basic + Bonus New York City, NY 21 May 13

Implementation of C++/Java knowledge and writing new codes for Quantitative Trading Algorithms for the end cli...

Senior Actuary - P&C Aggregation Analytics AIG Negotiable Queensbridge Houses, NY 21 May 13

We are seeking a Senior Actuary for the ERM Risk Aggregration team to advance our modeling capabilities and co...

Algorithmic Smart Order Development Rimrock Associates, Inc. 150k-300k New York City, NY 21 May 13

Contribute to designing a state of the art Smart Order Router. This component uses real time market data, qua...

MBS Quantitative Analyst Comprehensive Recruiting Competitive compensation and benefit pac... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Global financial firm is looking to add a Quant Analyst with previous MBS experience to their Quantitative Ris...

C#/C++ Trading Developer Rimrock Associates, Inc. 150-300k New York City, NY 21 May 13

This is an opportunity to work with one of the premier Algorithmic Trading teams on Wall Street.

Statistical Arbitrage Desk Developer Rimrock Associates, Inc. 300,000-500,000 New York City, NY 21 May 13

• Experience in equity statistical arbitrage or quantitative strategy development preferred. Experience with E...

Senior Agency MBS Strategist, Major Investment Bank, NYC Not Disclosed Highly Competitive New York City, NY 21 May 13

A major investment bank is seeking a Senior Agency MBS Strategist in New York, NY. Candidates must have experi...

Risk Manager (Immediate Need) Comprehensive Recruiting Outstanding compensation and benefit pac... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Top Financial Firm is looking to add a Risk Manager that will assist Senior Members of the Risk Management tea...

Counterparty Credit Risk Quant Analyst - IMM Internal Model Method Risk Modeling Analytics Team GQR Global Markets $200,000 USD Base (DOE) + very competiti... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Counterparty Credit Risk Quant Analyst - IMM Internal Model Method Risk Modeling Analytics Team - Counte...

Senior Quantitative researcher for developing foreign exchange offerings to find more and better ways to preserve clients' alpha. GQR Global Markets Up to $300k plus a competitive bonus –... New York City, NY 21 May 13

A highly rated New York Hedge Fund is seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to start ASAP. You will be part...

AVP, Credit Risk Strategist – Credit Research – Corporate, Sovereign, Municipal, High Yield, Real Estate GQR Global Markets $100-140k base (DOE) + very competitive... New York City, NY 21 May 13

AVP, Credit Risk Strategist – Credit Research – Corporate, Sovereign, Municipal, High Yield, Real Estate –Cre...

Exotic Rates Derivatives Quant – Front Office – Entry Level – Associate to AVP – Leading U.S. Investment Bank – Derivatives Pricing GQR Global Markets Competitive Salary + Bonus (DOE) New York City, NY 21 May 13

A global U.S. Investment Bank is proactively seeking an Associate – AVP candidate to join there Exotic Rates D...

Exotic Rates Derivatives Quant – Front Office – Entry Level – Associate to AVP – Leading U.S. Investment Bank – Derivatives Pricing – New York, USA GQR Global Markets Competitive Salary + Bonus (DOE) New York City, NY 21 May 13

A global U.S. Investment Bank is proactively seeking an Associate – AVP candidate to join there Exotic Rates D...

New York - Portfolio Analytics Consultant (performance attribution & risk) Excelsior Professional Search Commensurate with experience New York City, NY 21 May 13

Increase your analytical knowledge & experience, and diversify your day with a wider variety of responsibiliti...

Prepayment Modeler Comprehensive Recruiting Outstanding compensastion and benefit pl... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Global financial firm is looking to add an experienced Prepayment Modeler to their Quantitative team.

Quant Analyst - Market Risk Comprehensive Recruiting Outstanding compensation and benefit pla... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Global financial firm is looking to add to their Quantitative Risk Management Group.

Estate Administrator - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Sales Assistant - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Sales Assistant - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Senior Sales Director - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Estate Settlement Regional Manager - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Compliance Manager II Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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HEDGE FUND SEEKING OUTSTANDING QUANT MODELERS Selby Jennings $100000 - $200000 per annum, Benefits: O... New York City, NY 20 May 13

Growing quant hedge fund based in New York looking for junior to mid level quant modellers.

Front Office Quant Research - Interest Rate derivatives - NY, USA Selby Jennings $100000 - $125000 per annum, Benefits: E... New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Associate, Capital Markets Research, Healthcare Key Bank Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

Our most valuable assets are people just like you. Join us at Key!

Quantitative Developer (Market Risk) The Tuttle Agency 175000 New York City, NY 20 May 13

THIS POSITION IS CHARLOTTE, NC BASED WITH RELOCATION PACKAGES OFFERED FOR ALL CANDIDATES.

Investment Quant-Rates/Structured Credit- Model Validation (PhD) - New York Analytic Recruiting Inc. Competitive comp New York City, NY 20 May 13

Major financial firm in NYC is looking for PhD-level quant modelers with extensive experience in developing an...

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