Alpha Researcher | Machine Learning | Systematic Investing

Location: London | Hong Kong | SingaporeWe're partnering with one of the world's leading quantitative investment managers, to identify experienced Quantitative Researchers to join its expanding global research platform.Working at the intersection of quantitative research, machine learning and systematic investing, you'll develop predictive alpha signals, research new datasets and implement systematic investment strategies across global financial markets.ResponsibilitiesDevelop high-quality predictive alpha signals across global financial markets.Identify statistical relationships and investment opportunities using large and diverse datasets.Design, build and validate systematic trading models.Apply advanced statistical techniques, machine learning and AI methods to research problems.Collaborate with quantitative researchers, technologists and traders across the global platform.Implement research within their production trading environment.Monitor live signal behaviour and continuously improve model performance.Lead the full quantitative research lifecycle from idea generation through to implementation.ExperienceProven experience as a Quantitative Researcher, Quantitative Trader or within a quantitative Data Science or Machine Learning environment.Strong academic background in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or another quantitative discipline.Excellent programming skills in Python, C++, R, MATLAB or C#.Strong understanding of statistics, probability and systematic modelling.Experience working with large datasets and developing predictive models.Knowledge of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence or Natural Language Processing is advantageous.Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability.Ability to communicate complex research ideas effectively across multidisciplinary teams.Intellectual curiosity and a passion for discovering new sources of alpha.From Idea to ProductionRecognised as one of the world's leading systematic investment managers, combining cutting-edge technology, extensive datasets and a collaborative research culture.Researchers are given ownership from idea generation through to live implementation, working alongside world-class quantitative researchers, engineers and traders to build next-generation systematic investment strategies across global markets.CompensationTop 3 most competitive compensation packages in the systematic hedge fund industry.Typical compensation ranges are:Level London as a Benchmark (Total Compensation)2–4 years' experience £150,000 – £250,000 4–7 years' experience £250,000 – £450,000Senior Quant Researcher £400,000 – £800,000+Typical packages include:Base salary: £100,000 – £200,000+Performance bonus: 50%–200%+ of base salary, depending on individual and team performance.Sign-on bonus may be available for exceptional candidates.For Hong Kong, reported total compensation for Quantitative Researchers is commonly in the region of HK$1 million–3 million+ annually, with higher packages possible for senior performers...Discrete call: In case you are intrigued, or you wish to have a discrete call, please contact Boudewijn Vellinga via b.vellinga@gryphonsearch.com or +31(0)6 1224 3196 (WhatsApp).We’d rather have a dialogue to explain more, than for you to conclude it might not be a fit.