Quantitative Researcher

Senior Quantitative Researcher – HFTLocation: AmsterdamCompany: Confidential (via Venture Search)Venture Search is partnering with one of the world's leading proprietary trading firms to hire a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join its high-frequency trading business in Amsterdam.Our client is renowned for its research-first culture, exceptional engineering talent, and world-class trading infrastructure. Rather than operating within siloed research functions, quantitative researchers are given end-to-end ownership of the entire strategy lifecycle—from alpha generation through to production deployment and live trading performance.This is an opportunity for researchers who want to see their ideas translated directly into production while taking genuine ownership of the alpha they create.The RoleAs a Senior Quantitative Researcher, you will:Research, develop, and deploy fully systematic HFT trading strategies across highly liquid electronic marketsGenerate novel alpha signals using advanced statistical techniques and large-scale market datasetsTake ownership of the complete research lifecycle, from hypothesis generation and backtesting through to production implementationWork closely with software engineers to optimise execution, latency, and overall trading performanceContinuously monitor, refine, and improve live strategies using real-time market feedbackContribute to the ongoing evolution of the firm's quantitative research platform and trading infrastructureThis is a genuinely end-to-end research role where your ideas move directly into production and your research has measurable commercial impact.Requirements4+ years of quantitative research experience within a leading proprietary trading firm, market maker, or quantitative hedge fundProven track record developing profitable HFT alpha in a live trading environmentDeep understanding of market microstructure, statistical modelling, and electronic tradingExceptional mathematical and statistical problem-solving abilityStrong programming skills in Python and/or C++, with experience developing production-quality research systemsAdvanced degree (Masters or PhD) in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline preferredWhat’s on OfferOpportunity to join one of the world's premier HFT proprietary trading firmsTrue ownership of your research from alpha generation through to live productionCollaborative environment where quantitative researchers work directly with engineering and trading teamsAccess to world-class technology, market data, and low-latency infrastructureHighly competitive compensation package with significant long-term upsideAmsterdam-based role within one of Europe's leading quantitative trading hubsIf you are a senior quantitative researcher looking for genuine ownership of your research and the opportunity to build end-to-end systematic HFT strategies within a world-class trading environment, Venture Search would welcome a confidential discussion.