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Quantitative Developer

Objective Partners
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
We’re looking for a technically sharp, self-driven Quant Developer to join our client’s fast-paced trading team. This role involves hands-on research, model development, and system integration—ideal for someone who thrives on turning data into strategy and prototypes into production-ready tools.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Design and test statistical or predictive algorithms using diverse datasets
  • Own the research pipeline end-to-end—from ideation and method selection to validation, backtesting, and live performance tracking
  • Ensure the quality and integrity of large data sources, identifying anomalies and cleaning as needed
  • Explore new data sources for potential signal generation
  • Translate research insights into robust Python-based implementations
  • Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the trading infrastructure and provide support for operational enhancements
  • Jump into ad hoc tasks and new initiatives as priorities shift

What We’re Looking For

  • An advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in a quantitative field like Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in a similar capacity
  • Fluent in Python with a solid understanding of modern programming practices and object-oriented design
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct empirical research and build machine learning or statistical models from raw data
  • Familiarity with optimizing and testing latency-sensitive algorithms in a Linux-based production setting
  • Exposure to order book dynamics and statistical modeling related to limit order book trading
  • Experience working with SQL databases and APIs to support real-time data needs and model integration
  • Dependable work habits and consistent availability

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$108,607 to $132,949
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