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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team where you will analyze complex data and contribute to enhancing customer experiences. Utilize your skills in data mapping, migration, and validation to drive impactful solutions in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $210K *

Drive impactful growth for premium subscription products by utilizing data insights and experimentation to optimize customer acquisition and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shap...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by evaluating credit and managing deals in a dynamic finance environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and maintain asset quality while supporting business development...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic financial analyst role, driving budgeting, forecasting, and insightful decision-making across teams to support strategic objectives and enhance business performance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$163K - $188K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights for growth marketing. Own analytics frameworks, drive experiments, and partner with leadership to optimize customer acquisition strategies...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $150K *

Drive model validation for credit risk within our cutting-edge risk management team. Engage with stakeholders, assess model effectiveness, and ensure compliance while innovating with new technology an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $200K *

Innovate and lead in high-yield investment analysis, leveraging your expertise to produce actionable insights that optimize portfolio strategies and bolster team collaboration in a thriving financial...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team focused on leveraging advanced analytics to enhance healthcare outcomes. Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders to analyze data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Help us build and maintain cutting-edge trading infrastructure, leveraging quantitative skills to enhance data operations and support traders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of finance technology by enhancing data capabilities and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable client and matter management, optimize accounts receivab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing finance technology and data operations. Drive improvements in client and matter management, accounts receivable, and data quality while collaborating with cro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the functional operation and enhancement of finance data capabilities, ensuring reliable client and matter management, accounts receivable processes, and data quality across multiple platforms wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive the functional operation and enhancement of Finance data capabilities, ensuring reliable client and matter management, accounts receivable processes, and data quality across multiple platforms w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving the corporate valuation process, enhancing models, improving data management, and collaborating across teams to deliver cohesive valuation analytics and reporting while lev...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $177K *

Transform data management practices by ensuring data quality and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, optimize processes, and support investment operations, driving acc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive innovative pricing strategies by leveraging data analytics and actuarial expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pricing processes and improve customer outcomes across mult...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in redefining pricing strategies for high-value insurance products. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze data, enhance models, and drive innovative solutions that support profita...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading analytics initiatives, developing statistical models, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance decision-making processes and reporting capabili...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $172K *

Join us to optimize GRC risk reporting, transforming annual assessments into a monthly rhythm. You'll lead the third-party risk program, ensuring effective remediation and impactful reporting for secu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing investor data integrity and research quality. Collaborate across functions to leverage AI and improve workflows while maintaining high standards in the altern...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Collaborate across teams to enhance investor data integrity and research quality. Leverage AI tools and outreach to maintain accurate profiles and insights in the alternative investment market, ensuri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by contributing to cutting-edge AI solutions that drive business impact. Collaborate with teams to translate complex problems into actionable insights, enhancing operational workflows...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $174K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by analyzing complex datasets to uncover insights, identify trends, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role in investment analysis, collaborating with a global team to evaluate and support high-growth companies through the entire deal process, from research to portfoli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $238K *

Champion asset quality and model oversight in secured lending. Lead a team to monitor portfolio performance, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks across home equity and auto lending channels, driving...

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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.