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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Join a team that's driving financial excellence by managing forecasting and reporting for funded programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and ensure project pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $143K *

Lead compliance efforts for ETF listings, ensuring adherence to standards and regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and leverage AI solutions, while conducting mark...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join us to develop and enhance algorithms for cutting-edge AI solutions. Collaborate with engineers and architects to transform innovative ideas into production-ready code, ensuring high-quality stand...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Engineer cutting-edge algorithms for AI Cortex, transforming business ideas into production-ready solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and ensure robust engineerin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Transform the future of healthcare by leveraging advanced statistical analysis to support assay development and clinical validation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure data integrity a...

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

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $196K *

Unlock potential by developing causal machine-learning models to optimize customer offers, analyzing complex data, and translating findings into actionable strategies for enhanced conversion rates acr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Transform financial data into actionable insights by supporting FP&A activities, including forecasting, reporting, and expense management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence strategi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $222K *

Elevate your career by owning the analytical engine that drives our core product. Collaborate with engineers and strategists to transform customer data into actionable insights, while building tools t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $103K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by delivering robust analyses, forecasts, and reports. Collaborate with finance professionals to enhance profitability and drive data-driven decis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$60K - $103K *

Drive financial insights by preparing analyses, forecasts, and reports that enhance decision-making. Collaborate with finance professionals to support profitability and analytics within a specialized...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$60K - $103K *

Elevate financial insights by delivering analyses and forecasts that drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with finance professionals to enhance profitability reporting and leverage technology for im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Advance your career by delivering financial analyses and insights that drive business decisions. Collaborate with finance professionals in a dynamic FP&A team, leveraging technology to enhance profita...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Explore a dynamic role supporting financial analysis and profitability reporting. Collaborate with finance professionals to deliver insights that drive data-informed business decisions within a specia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Optimize risk management services for rail and transit projects, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness from inception through completion while fostering a high-performing team cultur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$137K - $165K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by leading analytics initiatives, optimizing measurements, and developing scalable reporting solutions that translate complex data into actionable insights for team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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Shape the future of talent acquisition by enhancing systems and processes that drive global hiring efficiency. Collaborate with teams to implement technology solutions and optimize workflows, ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Unlock potential by developing and enhancing credit risk models to drive growth while managing risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, present insights, and support strategic in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in financial management for international programs, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of funds. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze data and provide strategic recommendatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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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.