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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$80K - $120K *

Drive strategic actuarial analyses and reserve studies while leveraging advanced analytics and technology to empower clients in the insurance sector. Collaborate across teams to enhance profitability...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with project teams to deliver data-driven actuarial solutions across various clients. Contribute to key engagements, leveraging advanced analytics and technology to enhance financial decis...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by joining collaborative teams to deliver advanced actuarial analyses and solutions, supporting insurance clients across North America while leveraging cutting-edge technology and pro...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Empower clients by applying advanced analytics and actuarial expertise to optimize insurance strategies, ensuring data-driven decisions across diverse projects for global clients. Join a fast-paced te...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $158K *

Lead the charge in cloud financial management, optimizing costs and driving accountability across AWS, GCP, and emerging platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial transpa...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $158K *

Transform cloud financial management by leading initiatives across AWS and GCP. Drive cost optimization, establish governance, and partner with teams to enhance financial accountability while deliveri...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $158K *

Drive the FinOps strategy and execution across cloud platforms, enhancing financial transparency and accountability. Lead initiatives in cloud budgeting, forecasting, and optimization while collaborat...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $110K *

Reimagine the future of data analytics by collaborating across teams, leveraging insights, and driving decisions that align with strategic leadership goals to enhance performance and deliver results e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of fintech analytics by evaluating deal economics, monitoring profitability, and supporting forecasting across diverse financial verticals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $147K *

Unlock potential by ensuring accurate and timely external financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operational efficiency while driving continuous improve...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $181K *

Drive the advancement of a sophisticated cybersecurity governance program, collaborating across departments to ensure security compliance and risk management while enhancing organizational maturity in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$196K - $230K *

Empower your career by leading the architecture and delivery of scalable ML platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AI capabilities. Drive innovative solutions that affect the...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics and decision support techniques to drive strategic insights for Department of Defense clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic research team to analyze market trends and develop investment theses. Collaborate on live projects that integrate strategic thinking with detailed data analysis, enhancing trading opp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $225K *

Unlock your potential as a full-stack developer, driving the design and operation of a cutting-edge risk engine. Collaborate with experts to create real-time risk systems that enhance decision-making...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead expert recruitment and strategic research initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality insights. Collaborate with analysts to source credible information and manage projects effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining data governance through integration and operational support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance metadata management and drive compliance, analytics, and A...

Dorval, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data science projects, influencing analytics culture, and mentoring a team to optimize business strategies using advanced statistical modeling and data-driven...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $90K *

Partner with us to enhance our enterprise risk management framework, ensuring compliance and efficiency across retail, small business, and commercial lending. Collaborate with teams to identify risks...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $165K *

Transform business challenges into AI/ML solutions in a collaborative environment. Leverage your expertise to design, build, and productionize generative AI applications while ensuring quality and com...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $327K *

Unlock advanced analytical capabilities to drive decision-making and measurable business impact across diverse therapeutic areas, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insigh...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $327K *

Empower business decisions through advanced analytics, transforming complex questions into actionable insights. Collaborate across therapeutic areas, leading end-to-end analytical engagements to drive...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver financial insights that drive strategic decisions, enhance profitability, and support growth in a dynamic aerospace environme...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team focused on electronic execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cutting-edge practices and solutions within the financia...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electronic execution in finance. Lead and develop a high-performing engineering group while driving collaboration and innovation, ensuring best practices are f...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   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.