🧠 Quantitative Researcher – High Frequency Trading | Mumbai | IMC Trading
Job Description
Machine Learning in Index Options | Predictive Modeling | Quant Research Careers in India
📈 Summary
Are you an experienced Quantitative Researcher with a passion for building profitable high-frequency trading strategies in the Indian options market? Join IMC Trading, a global leader in algorithmic and quantitative trading, as we expand our Quant Research team in Mumbai.
In this role, you’ll leverage machine learning, statistical modeling, and large-scale data analysis to develop predictive models for India’s Index Options. If you’re ready to collaborate with top-tier traders, developers, and fellow researchers to shape the future of algorithmic trading, this is your opportunity.
📌 Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Quantitative Researcher |
|---|---|
| Location | Mumbai, India |
| Department | Trading |
| Experience Level | 4+ years |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Work Setup | Onsite (Collaborative Team Environment) |
| Primary Tools | Python, Machine Learning Libraries, Statistical Models |
| Key Focus Areas | Predictive Modeling, Index Options, Trading Strategy Development |
🎯 Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement predictive models for Index Options pricing using machine learning and statistical techniques.
- Conduct large-scale data analysis to uncover insights and drive profitable trading strategies.
- Rapidly generate, backtest, and refine research hypotheses and trading ideas.
- Shape modeling approaches using domain expertise and creative thinking.
- Collaborate with traders, quants, and developers to incorporate new signals and optimize trading models.
- Monitor performance and ensure models are robust, tested, and production-ready.
- Leverage IMC’s low-latency trading infrastructure and global research capabilities to achieve superior results.
🧠 Skills & Experience Required
- 4+ years of experience in a Quantitative Research or Trading Strategy role.
- Demonstrated success building profitable, data-driven trading strategies.
- Proven experience applying machine learning to India Index Options.
- Strong understanding of statistics, probability, and model validation.
- Programming skills in Python (preferred) or similar language.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
🎓 Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or another STEM discipline.
- Academic or professional background from top-tier institutions.
- Familiarity with India’s derivatives markets, especially Index Options.
🌍 Why Work at IMC?
- Join a globally respected quantitative trading firm with decades of success.
- Work with cutting-edge infrastructure and a world-class team.
- Enjoy a collaborative, innovative culture that rewards creativity and performance.
- Make a real impact in one of the fastest-growing markets in the world.
🚀 Apply Now
Take your quantitative career to the next level with IMC Trading.
👉 Apply on the Official IMC Careers Page