Quantitative Research - Equity Derivatives Flow - Vice President

The QR Equity Derivatives group is looking for a junior to mid-level quant to focus on flow products.

The objective is to drive and implement analytics, optimization and modeling of volatility trading, including volatility surface calibration and modeling, client analytics, pre-trade/post-trade analysis, hedging optimization.

As a Vice President for the Quantitative Research Equities Derivatives Flow team, you will make extensive use of data and quantitative techniques, including machine learning, to deliver end-to-end solutions for the business.

Job responsibilities:


* Work on the Equity Derivatives Flow trading desk to build analytics, and develop and enhance pricing and risk models for flow products.


* Drive research and implementation of volatility trading analytics, including volatility surface calibration and modeling.


* Develop client analytics, pre-trade and post-trade analysis, and hedging optimization tools.


* Play an integral part in building a data-driven trading and risk management ecosystem.


* Contribute from idea generation to production implementation: perform research, design prototypes, implement analytics to manage client flow and risk inventory, support their daily usage, and analyze their performance.


* Collaborate closely with traders to communicate findings and deliver actionable solutions.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills:


* Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, etc.) from a top university.


* 1-3 years of experience in equity modeling, preferably in equity derivatives.


* Solid understanding of stochastic calculus, probability theory, and numerical methods.


* Deep understanding of option theory and equity derivatives products.


* Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and numerical packages.


* Experience with quantitative techniques, data analysis, and machine learning.


* Ability to communicate effectively with trading and deliver end-to-end solutions.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills:


* Experience with market data analysis and its application in derivatives trading.


* Knowledge of risk management frameworks and regulatory requirements.


* Prior experience in a front-office quantitative research or trading role.

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