Researcher

Maven Securities
Chicago, IL

As a Quant Researcher you will work collaboratively with traders and software developers to tackle problems fundamental pricing, algorithm design and signal generation. We will teach you the skills to develop expertise in doing quantitative research for options market making in equities, commodities and fixed income. You will complete our Global Quant Graduate training where you learn about financial markets, our platform and specific quant research field for OMM, apply your academic research abilities and learn how to perform research on real-world data of varied volume and sampling frequency across a variety of domains.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, evaluate and continuously improve our automated trading algorithms
  • Build quantitative pricing models, for example American Option Pricing and Volatility Modelling
  • Research and analyse trading data to find and test trading opportunities

What we are looking for:

  • Academic degree in applied mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics preferred but other STEM degrees are welcome to apply (Bachelors, Masters or PhD)
  • Relevant programming experience in at least one language (Python, C++, C#)
  • The ability to solve new and unfamiliar problems quickly and creatively
  • Good communication skills, being able to present the results of a research clearly
  • Proactive interest in improving existing trading strategies and identifying new opportunities
  • Candidates motivated for quantitative research/financial services/trading and with knowledge of financial markets

What we offer:

  • Direct exposure to and training from expert quants and traders
  • Informal, friendly and highly rewarding culture with a relaxed dress code and frequent social events
  • Fast growing global firm where your work will have a significant impact
  • Comprehensive wellbeing support

Please note, this position is aimed at those who have fewer than 3 years professional work experience - if you have any questions regarding eligibility, please contact [email protected]

Our Benefits :

At Maven our goal is to create an environment that empowers and motivates our employees to maximize their potential. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to optimize performance, reward our employees, and allow them time to pursue their passions.

Benefits at Maven include medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, employer paid short term and long term disability and life insurance, as well as paid parental leave. Maven also offers retirement plans with an employer match and an annual learning and development stipend for all employees.

Compensation :

Base Salary Range: $150,000-175,000 dependent on education and experience
Posted 2025-10-06

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