Aquatic was founded with a shared passion for tackling some of the most complex challenges in one of the world’s most competitive arenas—global financial markets. From the very beginning, we have been driven by a deep commitment to applying cutting-edge scientific research and technological innovation to deliver unparalleled performance. Our journey is one of continuous growth and exploration, marked by a spirit of curiosity and relentless drive for excellence.
At Aquatic, we believe in pushing the boundaries of possibility. Our vision is to create the world’s leading quantitative trading firm, built on a foundation of applied science and a culture of relentless innovation. By harnessing the power of data, we aim to unlock insights and transform them into strategies that succeed in even the most competitive global markets.
Our goal is simple: to build the world’s best prediction machine. To achieve this, we are constantly exploring new opportunities and expanding our reach across global markets. We are committed to attracting and nurturing top-tier talent—researchers and engineers who share our curiosity and drive. Together, we aim to foster a culture of lifelong learning and collaboration, where every challenge is seen as an opportunity for growth and innovation.
As a Quantitative Researcher, you will work with a team to develop a variety of signals, models, and strategies for trading financial markets. As part of the role, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of various components of our research system, and you will evaluate their effectiveness by using rigorous statistical methods. As part of a small team with exposure to multiple areas of research, you will have the opportunity to rapidly grow your knowledge of quantitative finance.
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This role represents a unique opportunity to join a quantitative investment manager at the foundational level of building a world class operation from scratch. The firm’s culture will be shaped by collaboration, meritocracy, ambition, and calm determination.
Aquatic is a proud equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
