Quantitative Developer

OverviewPEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. Headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade, the firm delivers liquidity to the options market and combines financial acumen, risk management, and cutting-edge technology. Our success is driven by technologists, engineers, and traders who leverage proprietary tech and a data-centric approach to maintain inventory and stay ahead of the markets, so customers can, too. We are committed to providing dependable liquidity, which is crucial for market stability, investor confidence, and efficient trading across asset classes.About This RoleResponsibilitiesInterfacing directly with traders to understand their use cases and the nuances of a given modelCollaborating on end-to-end research initiatives to map elements of trader intuition into quantitative modelsOptimizing and supporting existing modelsDriving the company forward with new ideas that leverage market dataWorking with software engineers to ensure reliable data delivery and translating research results to productionPerforming duties for PEAK6 HC Holdings LLC or its affiliates as neededYour ExperienceExperience working with Equity Derivatives2-3 years in quantitative research, machine learning, statistics, quantitative trading, or related field involving modeling on large datasetsProgramming experience, Python preferred, especially for exploring large datasetsBachelors, Masters, or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, or related quantitative fieldA demonstrated track record of applying modeling techniques to real-world problemsAbility to collaborate with subject matter experts to define features and metrics for modelsComfort implementing models from papersExperience handling large, noisy, or incomplete data sets and investigating data issuesOur RewardsWe offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We provide a paid Calm app subscription and generous external learning and tuition reimbursement. As a hybrid workforce, we offer remote work up to two days a week. Base pay offered may vary based on knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health and wellness benefits.Base Salary Range$116,200-$145,250Equal OpportunityPEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06