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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Contribute to fleet efficiency by maximizing asset utilization, managing national accounts, and driving data-driven insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance financial performance and operat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Lead the development of innovative AI/ML solutions, driving data science across the AI lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex problems into actionable insights...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of AI by leading innovative Data Science initiatives, driving the development of advanced conversational AI solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver imp...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Transform enterprise conversational AI by leading AI/ML initiatives, driving data science across the AI lifecycle, and optimizing solutions for voice and chat applications while collaborating with cro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $104K *

Innovate actuarial valuation processes by enhancing models and ensuring consistency across ACA markets. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic decisions and promote best practices in automat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leveraging your risk and technical expertise to enhance data management and analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and drive impactful solutions in ris...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful product quality improvements by analyzing user data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging advanced analytics to enhance global user experiences across diverse plat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data to enhance product quality on a global scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze user experiences, drive impactful decisions, and create innovati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data to enhance product quality and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze trends, develop insights, and drive strategic decisions that impa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate UPP's data landscape by spearheading enterprise data strategies and governance. Lead a dynamic team, ensuring data integrity and accessibility while fostering innovation through cloud capabili...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Senior Data Analyst, guiding decision-making and improving aircraft readiness through analytics, visualization, and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholder...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your analytical skills by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that guide strategic capital decisions, enabling data-driven growth while collaborating with cross-functional t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by tackling complex actuarial projects and analyses. Collaborate with teams to implement risk contracts and train new talent, while driving innovative capitation initiatives in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in actuarial analysis. You'll tackle complex projects, conduct risk assessments, and mentor junior analysts, all while collaborating in a dynamic hybrid work envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Join us to tackle complex actuarial projects, analyze risk contracts, and support capitation initiatives while mentoring junior analysts in a collaborative hybrid work environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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Transform complex actuarial data into actionable insights while leading diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to analyze risk contracts and mentor junior analysts, driving innovation and excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex actuarial projects and analyses. Collaborate with teams to implement risk contracts and support capitation initiatives while mentoring junior analysts in a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$104K - $174K *

Unlock your potential by developing and implementing advanced analytics and AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into actionable insights, driving business a...

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

$100K - $300K *

Explore innovative data solutions that drive strategic insights and enhance business performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead complex analytical projects, ensuring data quality and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $300K *

Lead complex analytical initiatives by developing data solutions and dashboards that drive business insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable analytical framework...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Unlock potential by leading complex analytical initiatives that drive business insights and support strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable data solutions and enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data science team driving revenue insights. Shape monetization strategies while overseeing experimentation and optimizing financial engineering metrics for glo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $126K *

Innovate data solutions as a Senior Data Analyst, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and drive strategic decisions using advanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $220K *

Partner with us to drive data-led investment strategies, leveraging your expertise in data science to enhance decision-making and value creation. Collaborate with teams to develop innovative tools and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading analytical projects that drive sustainable growth throughout the customer lifecycle. Collaborate across product, marketing, and engineering to influence strategies and crea...

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  •   8 - 10 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.