DRW - Quantitative Researcher

• Extract predictive signals from financial data through both traditional statistical analysis methods and cutting edge machine learning techniques • Assist software developers to translate research strategies into production software • Optimize the order execution and risk management of our trading system • Create robust solutions to problems presented in the trading environment • Formulate and apply mathematical modeling techniques to enhance existing trading strategies and perform innovative new research with the goal of identifying and capturing trading opportunities • Automate human-decision based trading strategies; prototype algorithmic trades from trading ideas • A degree in a technical discipline with a focus on statistics, machine learning, signal processing, optimization and control graduating between December 2026 and August 2027 (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD) • December 2026 • August 2027 • A curiosity for model development and experience handling large data sets • Expertise in programming using Python, R, MATLAB, or C++ for conducting research • Can advocate for your beliefs in a concise and effective way with the team • Strong problem-solving and statistics skills • The proactive ability to take the lead on assignments and deliver practical research results in a timely manner • DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world.  We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk. • Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets. • We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it.  DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus. • For more information about DRW's processing activities and our use of job applicants' data, please view our Privacy Notice at https://drw.com/privacy-notice. • California residents, please review the California Privacy Notice for information about certain legal rights at https://drw.com/california-privacy-notice. • #LI-LT2