Explore Quantitative Analyst Jobs

Find Quantitative Analyst jobs that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Browse vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more across finance, investment management, banking, fintech, and other data-driven industries. Quantitative analysts use mathematics, statistics, programming, and financial expertise to turn complex data into insights that inform business and investment decisions.

What Does a Quantitative Analyst Do?

Quantitative analysts, often called quants, build and evaluate models that support trading, investment research, portfolio construction, pricing, and risk management. Their work may include analyzing large datasets, testing hypotheses, forecasting outcomes, and explaining technical findings to colleagues and stakeholders.

Common Quantitative Analyst Roles

Job titles and specialties vary by employer. Opportunities may include quantitative researcher, quantitative developer, risk analyst, algorithmic trading analyst, portfolio analytics analyst, and financial modeler. Some roles focus on developing statistical methods, while others emphasize software, market research, or model validation.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strong skills in probability, statistics, econometrics, optimization, and financial mathematics. Programming experience with languages such as Python, R, C++, or SQL can be valuable, along with the ability to work with large datasets and communicate results clearly. Requirements vary by role; advanced degrees or industry experience may be preferred for some positions.

Find Quantitative Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Quantitative Analyst opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles across industries and specialties, and use your search to find positions suited to your skills, experience, and next career move.

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$100K - $200K *

Advance your expertise in quantitative research by designing innovative investment methodologies that enhance portfolio management for taxable clients, focusing on optimal asset allocation and after-t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing data management and analytics through AI. As a quantitative analyst, you'll manage large datasets, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure high-quality data for consumer...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $158K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of quantitative analysis and municipal finance, driving investment insights and portfolio strategies through innovative data solutions and collaboration with cr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Innovate financial analytics by designing and developing quantitative models and data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust solutions, blending quantitative finance wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that analyzes credit policies and develops strategies to enhance lending effectiveness, utilizes data analytics for risk management, and collaborates with stakeholders to drive impactful d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative quantitative research, enhancing trading strategies and portfolio models through advanced statistical techniques and unique datasets, while managing the full re...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to design and build analytical tools for asset allocation strategies, leveraging AI to enhance portfolio optimization and support dynamic business needs in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Help us drive complex model development and validation across diverse projects, leveraging your statistical expertise and project management skills to enhance performance and compliance in the mortgag...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Analyze complex model development and validation projects, leveraging your statistical expertise to drive performance management. Collaborate with senior managers and progress to a subject matter expe...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading complex model development and validation projects. Collaborate with senior management while becoming a subject matter expert in statistical modeling and mortgage industr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion complex model development and validation across diverse projects. Leverage your statistical expertise to enhance performance management while collaborating with senior leaders and progressing...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Champion innovative delta-one strategies by researching and developing systematic futures models. Collaborate with traders to enhance portfolio risk management and optimize execution across global mar...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Help us develop innovative trading signals using machine learning and statistical methods. Collaborate with traders and quants to enhance systematic trading strategies, integrating new data sources an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage in quantitative research and analysis to enhance equity portfolio strategies. Collaborate with investment teams to develop tools and optimize stock selection models, leveraging data and AI appl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing advanced statistical models for balance sheet forecasting and interest rate risk analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance financial decision-making through com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $151K *

Unlock potential by leading quantitative analytics and modeling projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative models and processes, ensuring alignment with business strategies while en...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $151K *

Advance your career by conducting quantitative analytics and modeling projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative models and processes, ensuring effective risk management and strateg...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $151K *

Drive quantitative analytics and modeling projects to enhance risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop models, analyze data, and communicate findings, ensuring alignment with business...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $151K *

Explore opportunities to enhance counterparty credit risk analysis in Global Markets. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage risk frameworks, conduct stress testing, and generate insightful reports f...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $155K *

Join a team that's transforming data management and AI solutions to enhance risk analytics. Leverage your expertise in quantitative finance and data architecture to drive innovation and optimize data...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $155K *

Drive innovative data solutions and AI strategies to enhance risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement data architectures, ensuring effective governance and operational ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $242K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing advanced quantitative models and tools for risk management in complex financial products, collaborating across functions to enhance business decision-making...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Support our CLO portfolio management team by performing quantitative analysis, developing cash flow models, and providing insights that drive investment decisions. Collaborate closely with portfolio m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Innovate quantitative research strategies to enhance fixed income portfolio management. Collaborate with investment professionals to translate empirical findings into actionable frameworks, driving ef...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $230K *

Drive innovative research and analytics solutions, collaborating with teams to deliver impactful insights and bespoke investment strategies for clients, leveraging quantitative expertise and analytica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a quantitative analyst do?question toggle

    A quantitative analyst applies mathematics, statistics, programming, and domain knowledge to analyze data and build models for areas such as investing, trading, pricing, and risk management.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for quantitative analyst jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek a background in mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics, or a related field. Programming skills and experience analyzing data are also commonly valued; some roles prefer advanced degrees or specialized industry experience.

  • Which industries hire quantitative analysts?question toggle

    Quantitative analysts work in investment firms, banks, hedge funds, fintech companies, insurance, consulting, and other organizations that use data and quantitative models to make decisions.

  • What programming languages are useful for quantitative analysts?question toggle

    Python, R, C++, and SQL are frequently useful. The best languages to learn depend on the position, employer, and whether the work centers on research, modeling, data analysis, or production systems.

  • Can I find Quantitative Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including quantitative analyst roles. Salary, qualifications, and responsibilities vary by listing.