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Quantitative Researcher - HFT Prop Firm

Venture Search, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Quantitative Researcher – High Frequency Prop Firm

Venture Search is partnered with a high-performing proprietary trading firm operating globally across equities and futures markets. The firm leverages cutting-edge research, data-driven strategy development, and fast feedback loops to consistently deliver results in highly competitive markets.

They’re looking to grow their Quantitative Research team with individuals who thrive at the intersection of technology, statistics, and financial markets. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to a lean, elite trading team where collaboration and autonomy go hand in hand.

Experience

Currently working in a fast-paced, data-intensive environment – from a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or research-focused tech company

Demonstrated experience applying statistical techniques or machine learning to real-world problems

Background in building or improving trading models, pricing systems, or other complex decision-making tools

Prior experience in finance is a plus, but not essential – technical excellence and curiosity are key

Requirements

Strong coding ability in Python, with exposure to numerical or scientific computing libraries, experience with C++ is beneficial

Confident working with large datasets and designing clean, reproducible research pipelines

Solid understanding of statistical modeling and familiarity with predictive techniques

Comfortable working in a Unix/Linux-based environment

Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking and a methodical approach to research

Strong communication skills – able to clearly present findings, collaborate with teammates, and iterate on ideas quickly

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