Squarepoint capital

Quant Researcher - Convex Optimization

Dubai, Geneva, Hong Kong, London, Paris, Singapore, Zug Full Time

Position Overview:

  • Research and identify new modellings for the portfolio optimizations problems encountered by the traders.
  • Propose and implement modification to the existing tools.
  • Develop a strong understanding of strategy needs for optimization.

 Typical Day of Quantitative Researcher:

  • Primary focus throughout the day is working with traders and portfolio managers to refine their portfolio construction needs.
  • Review various reports of existing tools and optimization problems.
  • Explore new methods, new software and new ideas to improve our current setup.

 Required Qualifications: 

  • Ph.D. degree in Optimization, Numerical Computing or Scientific Computing
  • Strong technical profiles with other relevant Ph.D. degree in Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research can be considered
  • 1 - 5 years of working experience from financial industry
  • Programming proficiency with at least one major programming language (e.g. C++, Java)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions
  • Pragmatic approach, open minded and creative
  • Ability to work well under pressure