HFT Quantitative Researcher (Chinese speaking)

Our client is a high-frequency focused organisation where quantitative research directly supports investment decision-making. In this role, you’ll analyse datasets across equity and futures markets to uncover quantifiable trading edges, build and validate alpha signals, and optimise strategies within high-frequency domains—work that’s critical to improving trading performance and research outcomes. If you enjoy structured problem-solving, rapid technical learning, and turning research into actionable strategies, this could be a great fit.

Role Overview:
As an HFT Quantitative Researcher, you’ll conduct end-to-end research to mine alpha factors, construct models, backtest strategies, and drive optimisation—helping the wider team make better-informed investment decisions.

Key Skills & Experience:
• Experience analysing diverse datasets across equity/futures markets
• Programming proficiency in at least one of: C++, C#, Python, MATLAB, R (Python preferred)
• Strong analytical rigor and structured problem-solving
• Ability to synthesise academic research and rapidly master new technical domains

Key Responsibilities:
• Analyse diverse datasets across equity/futures markets to identify quantifiable trading edges
• Discover actionable alpha signals within high-frequency domains
• Perform end-to-end research: alpha factor mining, model construction, backtesting, and strategy optimisation
• Execute critical research initiatives that support investment decision-making processes

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or another quantitative field
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to synthesise academic research (English literature) and rapidly master new technical domains
• Passion for quantitative finance with strong analytical rigor, intellectual curiosity, and structured problem-solving capabilities
• On-site working environment

Nice to Have (Optional):
• Chinese speaking

If you’re ready to apply your quantitative research skills to high-frequency alpha development, we’d love to hear from you—please apply now.