About the job
Trexquant is on the lookout for a seasoned quantitative researcher to spearhead our Systematic ETF Strategy Team. In this leadership role, you will guide a team of dedicated researchers focused on the design, execution, and trading of systematic ETF-based strategies, all within Trexquant’s robust quantitative framework. Your vision and expertise will be pivotal in scaling ETF strategies into a significant asset class for our firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of researchers, driving the expansion of ETF capabilities through the identification of innovative data sources, signals, and strategies.
- Oversee the development, backtesting, and implementation of systematic ETF trading strategies.
- Collaborate closely with the development team to enhance the performance, robustness, and scalability of our ETF simulation and trading infrastructure.
- Work in partnership with execution and financing teams to optimize trade execution and improve capital efficiency.
- Engage with the risk management team to establish monitoring frameworks, controls, and capital allocation processes specifically tailored for ETF exposures.
- Present ETF research initiatives and progress updates to senior management, ensuring alignment with the firm’s overarching trading and investment strategies.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of demonstrated experience in researching and trading quantitative ETF-based strategies.
- A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a relevant STEM field.
- Proven leadership experience in managing quantitative research teams.
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Expertise in Python; familiarity with large-scale data analysis and backtesting frameworks is advantageous.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
- A collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance fully covered for you and your dependents.
- Pre-tax commuter benefits.
- Weekly catered meals.
Applications are currently being accepted for our NYC office, set to open in September 2026.
The base salary range is $130,000 to $200,000, dependent on the candidate’s educational and professional background. The base salary is only one component of Trexquant’s total compensation, which may include discretionary and performance-based bonuses.
Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

