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.

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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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$170K - $190K *

Engineer data strategies and methodologies for emerging sectors, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Lead a team while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance data accuracy and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $126K *

Analyze data to design analytical solutions for business risks, manage extensive datasets, and produce detailed reporting packages that drive strategic decision-making in credit risk management...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Transform financial operations by leveraging your analytical skills to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate financial management a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Drive impactful portfolio analytics and insights across diverse asset classes. Engage with investment teams to enhance decision-making and risk management in a dynamic, rotational program designed for...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $240K *

Join our Alternatives Investment team to leverage quantitative analysis in driving complex deals across diverse asset classes, enhancing investment strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform lending operations through advanced analytics and BI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights that drive strategic growth and operational excellence, impacting...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $190K *

Join us to provide independent assurance over complex models in risk management, valuation, and AI/ML. Leverage your quantitative expertise to influence model governance and communicate insights to se...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $239K *

Drive advanced quantitative modeling and analytics to enhance decision-making and risk management in the multifamily sector. Lead projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and innovate methodologies to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Join our team to advance research in machine learning, enhancing trading signals and investment strategies through innovative applications and deep learning architectures while collaborating closely w...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Analyze complex financial data to derive actionable insights, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with Risk Management Teams to enhance data analytics applications and maintain thorough...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Explore the realm of quantitative risk management by developing and governing advanced models for commodity trading. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust risk analytics and decision-supporting in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $181K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining Python-based data tools to enhance quantitative processes, support investment analysis, and ensure data integrity across platforms. Collaborate with teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $140K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quantitative models for Global Markets, ensuring robust performance monitoring and compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating across teams to optimize model...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $162K *

Partner with us to drive financial accuracy and performance in aerospace and defense. Engage with cross-functional teams to develop forecasts and budgets while identifying risks and opportunities for...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $162K *

Optimize your career as a Financial Analyst, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial performance and drive key initiatives in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Make a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $175K *

Transform risk management by developing advanced derivatives models and frameworks. Collaborate with senior management to enhance portfolio analysis, stress testing, and governance, ensuring complianc...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $125K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on enhancing trading systems through code development and maintenance. Collaborate closely with researchers to ensure reliability and performance in a fast...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K *

Join a team that's redefining options trading by designing and optimizing innovative strategies using quantitative research and machine learning, while collaborating closely with experts to enhance pe...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $175K *

Elevate business banking insights by analyzing deposit and cash management products. Collaborate with product managers to enhance offerings, streamline processes, and drive data-driven decisions that...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion investment research by developing quantitative strategies and enhancing portfolio management. Collaborate with teams to integrate alternative datasets and automate processes, ensuring optimal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $120K *

Take ownership of critical operational pipelines as a Research Statistician, executing analyses and improving processes to ensure the SAT Suite runs smoothly. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you engage with cutting-edge counterparty credit risk models, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance methodologies and ensure robust model governance in a dynamic financi...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K *

Contribute to the development and support of analytics for derivatives counterparty credit risk, collaborating with trading desks and enhancing system capabilities through automation and robust progra...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative initiatives in mid-frequency quantitative research and trading, developing predictive models and signals to adapt to market dynamics. Join a collaborative tea...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis and psychometrics to drive innovative assessment solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance educational outcomes through advan...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

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.