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Quantitative Developer I

Quantitative Developer I

SpiderRock Holdings LLCChicago, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

The Quantitative Developer I role is a junior level role that will work with a growing Quant team that is responsible for the development and maintenance of the suite of quantitative products on the SpiderRock platform. The role will translate mathematical and statistical models into functional code, focusing on areas like trading, risk management, and data analysis. This is a full-time salaried position that will work in our Chicago office and will report to the Head of Quant.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Develop and maintain code libraries for numerical computations, option pricing, volatility surface fitting, and other tools.
  • Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot issues, design solutions, and thoroughly test changes.
  • Write clear and precise internal and external documentation on existing and new products.

WHAT SPIDERROCK IS LOOKING FOR

  • 4-year college degree in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Physics, or related discipline or equivalent work experience
  • Prefer 2+ years of experience in software development (academic or professional)
  • Strong debugging, problem solving, and analytical skills
  • Experience with statistical modeling techniques, numerical methods, and machine learning models highly preferred
  • Ability to analyse, visualize, and make sense of complex data
  • Understanding of the financial markets, market dynamics, and trading strategies highly preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively with individuals in both technical and non-technical roles.
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel).
  • Prepared to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Exceptional prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Independent initiative-taker
  • Professional, motivated attitude along with strong interpersonal skills
  • Work onsite at our Chicago corporate office
  • Only candidates that do not require employment sponsorship now or in the future will be considered

    • WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Learn while doing
  • Highly competitive pay, benefits and bonus structure
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • Voluntary ancillary plans (Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Accident and Critical Illness)
  • Discounted pet insurance
  • Progressive time off benefits (unlimited PTO, maternity leave, paternal leave)
  • Wellness programs
  • Zen Den for meditation, naps, nursing, or just to decompress
  • Work with high-caliber and innovative professionals
  • Access to unlimited snacks and beverages in our lounge area
  • Monthly, Quarterly, and Semi-Annual company sponsored events
  • 401K Safe Harbor Plan and Match
  • Onsite gym membership
  • Divvy bike access
  • A fun and collaborative environment

    • SpiderRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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