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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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Empower national security by transforming data into actionable insights. As a Mid-Level Data Scientist, you'll automate processes, develop visualizations, and collaborate with analysts to modernize wo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize your career by driving environmental analytics for global infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance reporting frameworks, while support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$207K - $300K *

Drive innovation in financial AI by evaluating models, creating benchmarks, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with experts to refine agent capabilities in Quantitative Trading, Corporate Finance, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Engage as a key Actuary, supporting commercial initiatives with advanced statistical modeling and collaboration across teams. Leverage your expertise in predictive analytics to enhance product develop...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $290K *

Unlock potential by leveraging quantitative methods to develop innovative portfolio construction and asset allocation models for institutional clients, collaborating with a global team to drive invest...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Engineer advanced AI solutions by leveraging data analytics to drive business insights, enhance customer satisfaction, and optimize operational efficiency across various functions, ensuring scalable a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower data-driven decisions by analyzing enterprise IT metrics and collaborating with teams to build effective data models and dashboards. Drive continuous improvement through innovative solutions a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leveraging data for impactful decision-making. You'll analyze enterprise IT metrics, collaborate with clients, and support continuous improvement initiatives using Serv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $200K *

Drive model validation and governance within the Model Risk Management Team, ensuring compliance and sound practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance model integrity and support regulatory re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage actively in the development and optimization of data solutions using Snowflake, Azure Data Factory, and SQL. Embrace hands-on technical challenges while supporting enterprise analytics and ensu...

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

$85K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $140K *

Lead the charge in financial modeling and forecasting, driving strategic insights and collaborative planning processes across Corporate Finance & Strategy to optimize performance and align financial g...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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Unlock insights by owning product performance analytics, centralizing reporting, and driving data-driven decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to connect product metrics to revenue, ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $115K *

Join our team to deliver impactful validation reports and analyses that enhance model risk management. Collaborate across departments to improve processes and drive efficiency through technology, ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower business decisions by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop advanced actuarial models, driving innovation and strategic pricing in a fo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Drive analytical excellence by collaborating with clients to enhance trading strategies through advanced data analysis, integrating market insights, and optimizing performance metrics using innovative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

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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.