D. E. Shaw
Quantitative Analyst
$275K–$300K
New York, NY · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Education
- Undergraduate or master’s degree; PhD or comparable professional experience is also noted for the higher salary tier.
About the job
Develops and evaluates statistical models and systematic strategies for computerized financial trading.
What you'll do
- Use financial data to improve profitability, reduce risk, and lower transaction costs.
- Develop trading ideas and formulate them into systematic strategies.
- Critically evaluate strategy performance.
What they ask for
- Strong academic achievement in a quantitative or technical field.
Pay
$275,000 (annual base salary) for applicants who have completed undergraduate or master’s degrees; $300,000 (annual base salary) for applicants who have completed PhDs (or have comparable professional experience).
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