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Senior Quantitative Researcher – Systematic Macro & Execution Alpha | London, UK | In-Office

Eka Finance
London
4 days ago
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Senior Quantitative Researcher – Systematic Macro & Execution Alpha

Senior Quantitative Researcher – Systematic Macro & Execution Alpha

Senior Quantitative Researcher – Systematic Macro & Execution Alpha Location: London / Flexible Start Date: Negotiable A systematic investment team is seeking an experienced Senior Quantitative Researcher to lead and expand its capabilities in alpha research and execution strategy. This role is geared toward individuals with a strong track record (or demonstrated potential) in signal development and high-frequency or short-horizon strategy research. You will work across both alpha modeling and trade implementation research, with the opportunity to manage and mentor a small sub-team within a larger, integrated PM group.
Role Overview:
Drive research into short-horizon, high-frequency trading signals with typical holding periods of several hours to a few days
Take ownership of execution and market microstructure research, helping optimize trading strategy design and implementation
Collaborate with a cross-functional team of researchers, technologists, and portfolio managers in a highly iterative, data-driven workflow
Build and oversee a small, high-caliber team of junior researchers (2–3 people), contributing to both leadership and hands-on research
Leverage a modern research stack that includes distributed computing environments (e.g. AWS, Slurm), large-scale data tools (e.g. kdb+, Exasol), and advanced methods in statistics and machine learning
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
3+ years of experience in a quantitative trading or research role at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or sell-side algo desk
Demonstrated contributions to alpha generation or strong potential to do so in a collaborative environment
Strong academic credentials (First Class, Honours, MSc or PhD) in a quantitative or technical field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Finance
Familiarity with high-frequency or tick-level data and an ability to derive actionable insights from complex datasets
Proficiency in Python or C++; experience with distributed computing and low-latency research environments is advantageous
Strong preference for candidates with kdb+/q experience and familiarity with execution protocols such as FIX
Confident communicator, able to clearly explain concepts, defend ideas, and work collaboratively with non-research stakeholders
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