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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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Lead a team of developers in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions, driving collaboration and best practices to optimize electronic execution in financial markets. Engage in strategic problem-s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Accelerate the growth of a high-performing tech team delivering electronic execution solutions in finance. Collaborate and innovate to enhance engineering practices and resolve cross-group misalignmen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $226K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by empowering ML engineers with robust tools and processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance ML workflows, drive innovation, and ensure high-quality production-ready models in a dy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$79K - $122K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by leading budgeting, forecasting, and allocation processes. Collaborate with global teams to drive accuracy and deliver actionable recommendation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $230K *

Drive impactful product research by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define UX metrics, analyze user behavior, and translate insights into actionable strategies that enhance user experienc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $190K *

Advance your career by leading strategic analytics initiatives that drive AI innovation and enhance business decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable data products and insigh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $190K *

Join a team that's driving innovation through advanced analytics and AI. You'll lead the development of scalable data products, enhance decision-making, and partner with stakeholders to deliver impact...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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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.