Job Description
Join Apex Global Capital, a leading force in modern wealth management and institutional trading. We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Financial Quantitative Analyst to drive innovation in our proprietary algorithmic trading strategies. In this role, you will leverage advanced mathematical modeling and machine learning to navigate complex market landscapes, ensuring our firm maintains its competitive edge in the global financial sector.
You will work within an elite team of engineers and finance professionals in the heart of New York City, collaborating on high-stakes projects that directly influence global market outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and optimize sophisticated quantitative models for algorithmic trading systems.
- Conduct deep-dive research into market microstructure and alternative data sets to identify alpha opportunities.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy scalable trading strategies within a high-frequency environment.
- Perform rigorous back-testing and stress testing to ensure robustness and risk-adjusted performance.
- Mentor junior analysts on quantitative methods, coding best practices, and financial market theory.
- Present complex analytical findings to executive stakeholders to support strategic capital allocation.
- Maintain compliance with internal risk management frameworks and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in quantitative research or algorithmic trading within the banking sector.
- Expert-level proficiency in Python or C++ with a focus on high-performance computing.
- Deep understanding of stochastic calculus, econometrics, and machine learning techniques (e.g., neural networks, random forests).
- Hands-on experience with KDB+/Q or massive time-series datasets.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into actionable market insights.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.