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.

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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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$120K - $160K *

Explore data-driven insights to enhance operations and customer support. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful analyses, foster self-service analytics, and mentor peers, driving strategic improv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights, partnering with Operations and Customer Support to enhance member outcomes through innovative analytics and strategic decision-making...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $91K *

Analyze and develop predictive models for sports betting, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance trading decisions and model efficiency, while applying advanced statistical techniques in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $153K *

Join a team that's driving AI innovation in Wealth Management. As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll translate business needs into machine learning solutions, enhancing analytical products and delivering...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage in critical analysis and documentation to support USAF exercises. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable insights, ensuring project success through effective co...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $143K *

Analyze complex datasets to enhance business strategies, manage risk, and improve financial performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and reporting tools that d...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $129K *

Unlock the potential of data-driven insights as you shape innovative actuarial models and predictive analytics solutions, collaborating across teams to drive impactful business decisions and enhance y...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $129K *

Transform data into actionable insights as you develop innovative actuarial models and predictive analytics solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance decision-making and drive impactful results i...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $190K *

Shape the future of fintech by leveraging data insights to drive strategic decisions across functions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance fraud and risk strategies, ensuring robust analytics cu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovative quantitative research and trading strategies, collaborating with traders and technologists to enhance market-making and optimize performance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K *

Shape the future of financial markets by applying your analytical and technical skills in a dynamic trading environment. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative solutions that enhance trading s...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $202K *

Empower investment teams by providing critical risk analysis and portfolio insights. Collaborate across asset classes to ensure alignment with investment strategies, enhancing decision-making through...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $202K *

Shape the future of investment risk management by serving as the primary analyst for diverse portfolios. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, provide insights, and enhance portfolio construction pr...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

The Senior Quantitative Researcher will lead projects that directly impact trading performance by developing innovative real-time trading models for low latency trading systems focused on exchange-tra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing advanced multi-agent systems that enhance control monitoring and decision support across the organization, driving efficiency and innovation in risk mana...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of data analytics by leading complex projects, integrating investment data, and applying advanced methodologies to drive strategic decisions and optimize outcomes in a dynamic environ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative valuation models for Global Markets, enhancing efficiency and risk management through collaboration and technical expertise while supporting diverse trading op...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $101K *

Optimize financial performance by conducting analyses, developing reports, and translating data into actionable insights for management. Collaborate across teams to enhance decision-making and drive s...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $101K *

Unlock your potential by providing critical financial analyses and insights to drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with management to enhance performance reporting and identify growth opportu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $101K *

Unlock potential by delivering insightful financial analyses and reports. Collaborate with management to drive strategic decisions through data-driven insights, forecasting, and performance reporting...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining actuarial excellence by delivering insightful Swiss Stat reporting for the US Traditional Life business, enhancing valuation processes, and fostering collaboration across...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $270K *

Unlock potential by analyzing structured products and driving investment strategies. Collaborate with senior analysts to evaluate assets, perform credit analysis, and develop quantitative strategies i...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Contribute to groundbreaking financial models and trading strategies through advanced quantitative analysis. Collaborate with diverse teams to push the limits of data-driven trading methodologies and...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $170K *

Lead the development of predictive models integrating advanced ML techniques to drive strategic decision-making across credit risk, collections, and business operations while mentoring data scientists...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining energy trading by developing strategies for ERCOT and beyond. You will engage in power trading, risk management, and long-term forecasting while driving portfolio optimiz...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.