Quantitative Analyst Jobs

Explore quantitative analyst jobs with Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Quantitative analysts apply mathematics, statistics, programming, and financial expertise to interpret data and support high-impact business and investment decisions.

What Quantitative Analysts Do

Quantitative analysts, often called quants, build and evaluate models that help organizations measure risk, price securities, forecast outcomes, and identify patterns in complex data. Depending on the role, they may work with investment teams, banks, hedge funds, insurers, technology companies, or other data-driven organizations.

Common Quantitative Analyst Responsibilities

  • Develop statistical and mathematical models for forecasting, pricing, or portfolio analysis.
  • Analyze large datasets and communicate findings to technical and business stakeholders.
  • Build, test, and refine algorithms using programming languages and quantitative methods.
  • Assess market, credit, operational, or investment risk and support regulatory reporting.
  • Collaborate with traders, researchers, engineers, and decision-makers to apply model insights.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong foundations in mathematics, statistics, econometrics, finance, or a related discipline. Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, C++, or SQL may be valuable, alongside knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, data visualization, and financial markets. Clear communication and careful model validation are also important.

Find Quantitative Analyst Careers on Ladders

Browse quantitative analyst opportunities and related roles in quantitative research, financial engineering, risk, and investment analytics. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover career opportunities aligned with their expertise.

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$110K - $130K *

Develop innovative quantitative solutions and support R&D platforms to enhance financial models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, improve model performance, and provide strateg...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $250K *

Unlock potential by developing advanced pricing models and risk analytics for commodity derivatives. Collaborate with trading teams to drive impactful solutions in a high-stakes financial environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $175K *

Join a team that's transforming quantitative finance by developing innovative trading models, analyzing market dynamics, and collaborating with traders to enhance performance using cutting-edge AI too...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving research in prediction markets, developing alpha signals, and collaborating through the entire model implementation process. Guide projects from data analysis to live tradi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining risk technology by developing robust platforms for real-time risk monitoring and analytics. Collaborate with quantitative analysts to ensure high-performance systems acro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Analyze complex data sets to drive strategic decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and support cross-functional teams in achieving business objectives through quantitative insights and innovative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $300K *

Join our team to develop predictive models and trading strategies, leveraging quantitative research and data analysis to identify market opportunities in dynamic prediction markets. Collaborate with t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Quantitative Specialist, leveraging your expertise in data analysis and algorithm development to enhance trading systems and drive impactful results in a collaborativ...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $275K *

Drive innovative quantitative research to enhance trading strategies and develop new systematic signals, ensuring optimal performance and collaboration across teams in a dynamic trading environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by owning the architecture of investment platforms, collaborating with quantitative researchers, and leading AI-native development to enhance trading systems and data integrity i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $172K *

Drive impactful insights by analyzing diverse datasets and enhancing risk analytics. Collaborate with experts to develop methodologies, own projects from inception to production, and elevate the quali...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $173K *

Design and implement robust performance measurement systems for private markets, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to develop methodologies and validate results, driving excelle...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's pioneering equity execution research by developing and managing advanced models and strategies. Collaborate with trading and technology teams to enhance performance and optimize exe...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $169K *

Support strategic asset allocation and portfolio construction by researching asset classes, translating insights into actionable recommendations, and collaborating with teams to enhance investment pro...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading advanced quantitative risk modeling to enhance decision-making in energy trading and valuations across gas, LNG, and power markets. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Advance your career by tackling complex business challenges using AI/ML. Collaborate with teams to develop data-driven solutions and transform quantitative insights into actionable business strategies...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $172K *

Join a dynamic investment team to develop data-driven tools and enhance fixed-income portfolio management through quantitative analysis and innovative solutions, driving efficiency and accuracy in inv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $172K *

Transform the investment landscape by developing innovative quantitative tools and analytics for fixed income portfolios. Collaborate with teams to enhance investment strategies and optimize workflows...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $300K *

Shape the future of execution research by optimizing trading strategies and enhancing market impact models. Collaborate with experts to drive innovation in algorithmic trading across global markets, i...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $157K *

Elevate your career by developing and implementing counterparty risk models, focusing on exposure measurement and credit risk analytics. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial modeling practices...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial market insights through quantitative research and trading strategy development, leveraging advanced tools to improve performance and contribute to profitability in a dynamic team e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $250K *

Drive innovation by designing and operating high-performance C++ services for real-time pricing and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with traders and quants to develop cutting-edge quantitative trading tools and analytics, driving innovation from prototype to production in a dynamic commoditie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Quantitative Trader, driving market insights through research and algorithm development. Manage daily trading operations while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance tr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Innovate quantitative trading strategies by researching market behaviors, developing algorithms, and managing daily trading operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance execution and optimize...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a quantitative analyst do?question toggle

    A quantitative analyst uses mathematics, statistics, programming, and data analysis to build models that inform decisions such as investment strategy, asset pricing, forecasting, and risk management.

  • What qualifications are common for quantitative analyst jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for a degree in a quantitative field such as mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, economics, or finance. Employers may also value programming skills, modeling experience, and knowledge of financial markets or risk.

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

    Python, R, C++, and SQL are commonly useful. The best language depends on the employer, the type of models being developed, and whether the work emphasizes research, data analysis, or production systems.

  • Where do quantitative analysts work?question toggle

    Quantitative analysts work across investment firms, banks, hedge funds, insurance companies, asset managers, fintech businesses, and other organizations that use statistical analysis to make financial or operational decisions.

  • How can I find quantitative analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements carefully and highlight relevant quantitative, programming, financial, and communication experience in your application.