What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Systematic ETF Strategy Team (USA) position at Trexquant Investment LP?
Trexquant is seeking an experienced quantitative researcher to lead our Systematic ETF Strategy Team. In this role, you will manage a team of researchers focused on designing, implementing, and trading systematic ETF-based strategies within Trexquant's core quantitative framework. Your leadership will play a critical role in scaling ETF strategies into a meaningful asset class for the firm.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of researchers to expand ETF capabilities by identifying new data sources, signals, and strategies
- Oversee the design, backtesting, and implementation of systematic ETF trading strategies
- Collaborate with the development team to enhance the performance, robustness, and scalability of ETF simulation and trading infrastructure
- Partner with execution and financing teams to optimize trade execution and capital efficiency
- Work with the risk team to establish monitoring frameworks, controls, and capital allocation processes specific to ETF exposures
- Present ETF research initiatives and progress to senior management, ensuring alignment with firm-wide trading and investment strategies
- 5 years of experience researching and trading quantitative ETF-based strategies
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related STEM field
- Proven leadership experience managing quantitative research teams
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Python; familiarity with large-scale data analysis and backtesting frameworks a plus
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
- Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment
- PPO health, dental, and vision insurance fully covered for you and your dependents
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Weekly company-provided meals
Applications are now open for our NYC office, opening in September 2026.
The base salary range is $130,000 to $200,000, depending on candidates' educational and professional background. Base salary is only one part of Trexquant's total compensation, which may include a discretionary and performance based bonus.
Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $130,000 - $200,000