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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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$110K - $150K *

Explore vast datasets to reveal healthcare insights, driving product analytics and strategy by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Shape data projects from ingestion to insightful recommendatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing complex datasets and creating visualizations. Collaborate with teams to support strategic initiatives and drive transformative change for clients i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$60K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights as you analyze complex datasets, create visualizations, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive impactful change in various s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a collaborative team that supports data collection and analysis for critical engineering activities, enhancing system performance and operational excellence in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K *

Join a team that's shaping the energy sector by building innovative models and delivering insights on electricity markets. Collaborate with experts, enhance your skills, and thrive in a dynamic, suppo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K *

Advance your career as an Energy Analyst, collaborating on diverse projects, modeling data, performing market analyses, and preparing insightful reports to support client needs in the energy sector...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $154K *

Lead the charge in integrating alternative datasets to enhance credit decisioning. Collaborate cross-functionally to build scalable data solutions, leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by overseeing program financial analysis and compliance. Drive cost control, manage Earned Value Management Systems, and support audits while collaborating with program management to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Analyze and oversee program financial performance, ensuring compliance with EVMS standards. Collaborate with management to provide strategic financial insights and support audits, while managing cost...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing program financial performance through expert analysis and oversight of Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring compliance and strategic direction in a dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team as you oversee program financial analysis and Earned Value Management Systems. Drive compliance, performance tracking, and strategic direction while collaborating with management...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Provide financial oversight and analysis for program performance, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management Systems. Collaborate with management and clients to drive strategic financial decisio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive program financial analysis and compliance by leveraging expertise in EVMS and financial tools. Collaborate with management to ensure accurate performance tracking and reporting while supporting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Unlock potential by overseeing program financial analysis and compliance. Collaborate with teams to manage Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring accurate performance tracking and reporting while s...

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Transform program financial oversight by managing Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring compliance and performance tracking while providing strategic financial support and analysis in a dynamic en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Lead the charge in financial analysis and program oversight, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management Systems. Collaborate with teams to drive performance measurement and cost control while su...

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Join a dynamic team to oversee program financial analysis and Earned Value Management Systems. Drive compliance, manage cost performance, and support audits while collaborating with stakeholders in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Join a dynamic team to oversee program financial analysis and Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring compliance and performance tracking while providing strategic financial support and insights in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Transform program financial oversight by managing Earned Value Management Systems, analyzing performance metrics, and providing strategic financial support to ensure compliance and efficiency across p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Unlock your potential by overseeing program financial analysis and compliance. Collaborate with teams to manage Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring accurate performance tracking and cost control...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Unlock financial insights by overseeing Earned Value Management Systems, analyzing program performance, and providing strategic cost control support. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion program financial oversight by managing Earned Value Management Systems, analyzing performance metrics, and providing strategic financial support to ensure compliance and optimize cost perfor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Drive program financial analysis and compliance through effective Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring accurate performance tracking and cost control while supporting audits and strategic directi...

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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.