Teza Technologies

Quantitative Researcher, PhD

Teza Technologies$100K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related quantitative field.
  • Exceptional mathematical and statistical skills.
  • Proficient in Python and C++/Java programming.
  • Experience with quantitative models.
  • Demonstrated curiosity, creativity, and strong academic performance.

Responsibilities

  • Research predictive signals from market microstructure data.
  • Design and evaluate new features using granular market data.
  • Develop statistical and machine learning models for trading.
  • Build robust research infrastructure and analytical tools.
  • Collaborate with researchers and Portfolio Managers to deploy trading ideas.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Flexible sick time policy
  • Office lunches
Full Job Description
We are looking for exceptional quantitative researchers to develop systematic trading strategies based on market microstructure.

This role is focused on extracting predictive signals from high-frequency market data and turning them into robust, scalable trading models. You will explore large datasets, develop new features, test hypotheses, and work closely with researchers and engineers to deploy ideas into production.

Location
Austin, TX (5 days in-office requirement)

Key Responsibilities
  • Research predictive signals from market microstructure data.
  • Design and evaluate new features using the most granular market data.
  • Develop statistical and machine learning models for systematic trading.
  • Build robust research infrastructure and analytical tools.
  • Work directly with experienced researchers and Portfolio Managers to take ideas from hypothesis to live trading.

Basic Requirements
  • PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline.
  • Outstanding mathematical and statistical skills.
  • Strong programming ability in Python and C++/Java.
  • Experience working with quantitative models.
  • Curiosity, creativity, and proven academic track record.

What you'll get
  • On-site presence of experienced Quantitative Researchers and Portfolio Managers to learn from
  • Build Strategies while becoming the best at what you do
  • Professional guidance from experienced mentors

Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Flexible sick time policy
  • Office Lunches

About Teza Technologies

Teza Technologies is a quantitative trading firm that was founded in 2009 by former Citadel LLC trader Misha Malyshev. The company uses advanced technology and algorithms to trade in various financial markets, including equities, futures, and currencies. Teza Technologies has offices in Chicago, New York, and London. The company is known for its innovative approach to trading and has been recognized for its use of machine learning and artificial intelligence in its trading strategies.
Learn more about Teza Technologies
Size
100 employees
Industry
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
-10%
Revenue
$1 billion

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