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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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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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Elevate your career by joining a dedicated team focused on risk management. Utilize your expertise in insurance and claims to analyze exposures, implement strategies, and support the City’s mission of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$67K - $104K *

Unlock potential by joining a dedicated team focused on risk management. As a key contributor, you'll analyze exposures, support claims programs, and implement strategies to enhance safety and reduce...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Explore complex data sets and drive insights by designing and implementing data pipelines. Collaborate with teams to manage ML projects and leverage advanced statistical techniques for innovative solu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $85K *

Join us to build advanced analytics and dashboards that drive strategic decisions, enhance operational performance, and foster collaboration across a global organization. Your expertise will influence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Innovate business processes by analyzing requirements and defining system objectives. Collaborate across IT to enhance applications and support testing efforts, ensuring effective solutions for small...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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

$105K - $115K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust data solutions, optimizing data architecture and governance practices while mentoring peers and driving innovation in data engine...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us to prototype innovative data products that drive customer success through analytics and AI insights. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to transform real-world data into actionable solution...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Accelerate your career by leading technology initiatives, driving generative AI adoption, and enhancing team processes while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions and manage c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $220K *

Join a team that shapes the future of AI by designing and building enterprise applications and platforms, leading impactful projects from conception through production, and ensuring robust governance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $106K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to execute statistical analyses, develop datasets, and ensure quality deliverables in clinical and translational research, contributing t...

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

$130K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of analysts to drive business insights using advanced analytics tools and strategies, while partnering closely with key departments to foster data-driven dec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $129K *

Drive impactful health program analysis by leveraging actuarial expertise, performing data analysis, and supporting pricing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $236K *

Shape the future of national security by driving innovative data solutions and analytics. Collaborate with experts to transition prototypes into production, delivering impactful insights while integra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Drive quality assurance for auto-labeling pipelines by defining metrics, analyzing data, and collaborating with teams to enhance annotation processes and improve machine learning systems. Lead initiat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $115K *

Explore a dynamic role supporting data modernization and analytics efforts across multiple business lines, utilizing your technical expertise to bridge communication between business stakeholders and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and document complex requirements, ensuring alignment among stakeholders while mentoring junior analysts and enhancing analysis standards for impactfu...

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

$124K - $157K *

Transform financial strategies by leading complex analyses, budget formulation, and policy recommendations. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignment with fiscal practices while providing exp...

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

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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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.