Senior Quantitative Analyst; Quant
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
East London, 5201, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-12
East London, 5201, South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-10-12
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Data Scientist, FinTech, Financial Advisor / Consultant, Mathematics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client, a cutting-edge fintech company with a fully remote operational model, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantitative Analyst (Quant) to join their elite team. This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and implementing sophisticated mathematical models for trading strategies, risk management, and pricing financial derivatives. You will work with vast datasets, leverage advanced statistical techniques, and collaborate closely with traders and engineers to drive innovation in financial markets.
This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply quantitative expertise in a dynamic, fast-paced, and globally distributed environment, contributing to the firm's algorithmic trading success.
- Develop and implement complex mathematical models for pricing, hedging, and risk management of financial instruments.
- Design and backtest quantitative trading strategies across various asset classes.
- Analyze market data to identify trading opportunities and optimize portfolio performance.
- Collaborate with software engineers to implement models and trading systems into production.
- Conduct rigorous statistical analysis and simulations to validate model performance and stability.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in quantitative finance, machine learning, and computational methods.
- PhD or Master's degree in a highly quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Quantitative Analyst in investment banking, hedge funds, or asset management.
- Expert proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or R, and experience with relevant mathematical libraries.
- Deep understanding of stochastic calculus, time series analysis, and financial econometrics.
- Proven ability to translate complex mathematical concepts into practical financial applications.
- Exceptional salary package and substantial performance-based bonuses.
- Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and global reach.
- Opportunities for significant professional development and contribution to high-impact projects.
- Access to sophisticated trading infrastructure and vast financial datasets.
- Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment with leading experts in quantitative finance.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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