Senior Quant AI Researcher
Job in
London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-03
Listing for:
Cantor Fitzgerald
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-03
Job specializations:
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Software Development
AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Hands-on experience with LLM/RAG/agent technologies, demonstrating a track record of shipping models beyond notebooks. In-depth knowledge of financial markets, including macro, FX, rates, central banks, and economic data, with a keen understanding of market dynamics. Excellent judgment and decision-making skills, particularly in assessing model accuracy, governance, and the need for human-in-the-loop review. Experience in forecasting and now casting techniques is highly advantageous, as is expertise in financial NLP and fine-tuning.
A background in quant finance or systematic strategies is desirable, providing a unique perspective on financial market modeling. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. A proactive and innovative mindset, constantly seeking opportunities to enhance our ML models and AI agents. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
Develop ML models for various financial market regimes, forecasting, event risk assessment, sentiment analysis, and market classification. Construct LLM/RAG/tool-calling agents to enhance market intelligence and streamline client workflows. Oversee model evaluation, backtesting, hallucination testing, and release gates, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and governance. Integrate quant signals, trusted data sources, and human-review controls for robust and reliable model performance.
Benchmark model providers and explore open-source alternatives to stay ahead of the curve. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align ML models and AI agents with business objectives and client needs. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI/ML technologies and apply them to enhance our market intelligence capabilities.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices in the development and deployment of ML models and AI agents.
Full time Posting Date:
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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