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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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$95K - $115K *

Help us evaluate and enhance clients' investment strategies by applying your expertise in portfolio management and client service. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful data-driven decisions by transforming complex analytics into actionable insights for sales teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance measurement and reporting, ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $96K *

Champion digital commerce excellence by supporting Salesforce Commerce Cloud initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders, document processes, and drive testing and issue resolution to enhance customer...

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by designing and deploying innovative ML tools. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex data challenges across industries, driving impactful solutions and contributing to cuttin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Empower state leaders by leveraging data analytics to drive impactful policy reforms. As a Senior Policy Data Analyst, you'll design and execute analytical strategies, translating complex data into ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Empower change by leveraging data analytics to drive impactful policy reforms. As a Senior Policy Data Analyst, you'll lead complex analyses, collaborate with state partners, and translate insights in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $112K *

Unlock your potential by supporting data integration for a global drug discovery initiative. Collaborate with diverse teams to onboard new sites and ensure data integrity, contributing to groundbreaki...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive analytical excellence by leveraging data insights to enhance sales strategies, optimize performance, and foster collaboration across teams. Utilize advanced analytics to inform decision-making a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage in advanced analytics to drive strategic sales initiatives, leveraging data insights to enhance performance and inform decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex findin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team implementing data-driven solutions that transform organizations. Collaborate with clients at every level, leveraging your expertise in data strategy, analytics, an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $139K *

Join our team as a Senior Risk Analyst, driving risk management initiatives and enhancing governance processes. Collaborate with various teams to ensure effective risk identification and management, c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $139K *

Lead the charge in enhancing risk management practices within a dynamic team, collaborating across functions to ensure effective risk identification, assessment, and governance. Drive organizational r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $95K *

Drive data-driven insights by analyzing and visualizing complex datasets, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance business processes and support program managers in achieving strategic goals throug...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $172K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering investors through independent research and analysis of funds and investment vehicles. Leverage your analytical skills to contribute to thought leadership and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $190K *

Transform business outcomes by leading advanced data science initiatives, developing AI and machine learning models to enhance decision-making, risk management, and profitability across key business a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $137K *

Optimize treasury operations by managing liquidity, capital structure, and risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial modeling and reporting, while supporting strategic initiat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in enhancing HR efficiency through data analysis and project management. Drive initiatives that yield cost savings, develop forecasting models, and implement best practices to empower...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower mission success by connecting stakeholders and technical teams. As a Business Analyst II, assess business needs, support project planning, and drive modernization efforts for risk modeling and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Analyze financial performance and drive strategic insights to enhance profitability. Collaborate with management to develop reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment across d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $152K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance revenue forecasting models, driving strategic insights and operational clarity. Collaborate across departments to analyze financial data, support budgeting, and deliver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

Unlock potential by partnering with Technology leadership to drive financial planning, budgeting, and reporting for technology investments, ensuring strategic alignment and cost optimization in a fast...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial strategies and enhance decision-making processes through robust analysis, forecasting, and model building, partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $115K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging analytics and technical skills. Collaborate with teams to innovate data solutions, enhance business intelligence, and ensure data quality manageme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape our data landscape by analyzing requirements and designing solutions that automate and enhance reporting processes for Regulatory and CCAR initiatives, ensuring operational efficiencies and data...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $165K *

Deliver impactful compensation programs by leading project management, conducting analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance employee rewards and drive organizational success...

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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.