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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$73K - $123K *

Unlock potential by delivering insightful P&L reporting and analysis for Personal and Commercial Insurance. Collaborate with finance and business partners to drive decision-making in a dynamic environ...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $123K *

Partner with us to deliver insightful P&L reporting and analysis for Personal and Commercial Insurance. Collaborate with finance and business teams to support decision-making in a dynamic environment...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance. Drive predictive analytics, enhance pricing strategies, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful b...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $180K *

Drive impactful loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance, leading the design and deployment of predictive models. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance pricing strategies and develop scalable a...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance. Drive predictive model development and enhance pricing strategies while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactfu...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming homeowners insurance through advanced loss cost modeling. Lead the design and deployment of predictive models, enhancing pricing strategies and driving impactful busine...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $150K *

Unlock potential by analyzing complex data sets to drive business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop analytical solutions and provide actionable insights, enhancing operational improv...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Drive impactful actuarial functions by analyzing data for pricing, reserving, and forecasting. Collaborate across departments to enhance financial reporting and support strategic initiatives in Emergi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential in a senior engineering role, driving AI-powered solutions for appraisal processes. Collaborate closely with appraisers to innovate and enhance our platform, ensuring high-qualit...

Yesterday

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

$71K - $101K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data science to drive innovation in R&D. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop AI-powered solutions that enhance decision-making and operational efficien...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$225K - $245K *

Contribute to innovative global stock selection strategies by conducting hands-on research, data analysis, and collaboration with a dynamic team to enhance investment methodologies and develop new alp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $108K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute monthly accounting tasks, enhance financial reporting, and drive process improvements while building expertise in investment accounting and internal...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $160K *

Shape the future of financial planning by designing scalable Anaplan models that enhance enterprise-wide budgeting and capital planning. Collaborate with leaders and partners to deliver a modern, clou...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $100K *

Manage asset performance by conducting financial analyses, maintaining models, and coordinating with teams to support strategic asset management decisions across a retail portfolio, ensuring optimal o...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Champion data-driven solutions by analyzing large datasets, developing ETL workflows, and applying advanced statistical techniques to uncover insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data acc...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $110K *

Unlock advanced analytics capabilities by leading data science initiatives that drive informed decision-making and operational efficiency in a regulated environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to d...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by transforming health plan data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful analyses and dashboards that drive decision-making for our cust...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $355K *

Optimize mortgage modeling by leading the development of advanced quantitative models for prepayment, default, and recovery, leveraging extensive datasets and statistical techniques to enhance risk as...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $355K *

Join a team that's redefining mortgage analytics by leading the development of advanced quantitative models for residential mortgages and RMBS, driving insights into borrower behavior and credit perfo...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing AI-driven consumer interactions. You'll analyze AI chat data, identify inaccuracies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product quality an...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $195K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing advanced AI and machine learning solutions, driving impactful data science initiatives across critical business areas to enhance decision-making, risk mana...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $105K *

Develop financial forecasts and analyses to support strategic business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting accuracy and drive operational efficiency. Utilize strong analytica...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data governance practices across investment operations. This role involves implementing solutions, supporting data quality, and fostering a culture of complia...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $122K *

Grow your career with a dynamic finance team, driving financial analysis and strategic insights to support decision-making in a complex healthcare environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Support data-driven decision-making by analyzing complex datasets in capital markets. Deliver insights that drive business success while collaborating with technical teams to optimize data processes a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 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.