Quantitative Developer

Title: Quantitative Developer – Equities (Python Focus)
Location: Jersey City, NJ – Hybrid (Local only)
Duration: 6+ months
Visa: USC/GC/H4-EAD
MOI: Virtual

Must have LinkedIn

We are seeking a Quantitative Developer to join our Equities Technology team, responsible for designing and delivering scalable, high-performance quantitative solutions that support trading, analytics, and research functions. This role sits at the intersection of quantitative research, trading, and engineering, translating advanced equity trading models into production-grade applications used by the business.
You will work closely with PhD-level quantitative researchers, traders, and technology stakeholders to implement, optimize, and scale equity trading models in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Required Qualifications
* 10+ years of experience in quantitative development or related field (flexible across levels for strong candidates) 
* Strong experience as a Quantitative Developer, specifically working with equity trading models 
* Proven ability to convert quantitative models into production applications 
* Advanced proficiency in Python (3+ years required, more preferred) 
* Strong experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) 
* Experience designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices architectures 
* Solid understanding of equities markets, instruments, and trading workflows 
* Experience working with PhD-level quants and complex mathematical models 
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in fast-paced trading environments 
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with performance optimization and low-latency systems 
* Familiarity with distributed systems and cloud platforms 
* Exposure to modern development practices, including LLM-assisted coding tools 
* Background in financial engineering, mathematics, or related quantitative field