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About the Role

As a Graduate Quantitative Researcher, you will develop, refine, and implement statistical models to improve global financial markets. You will leverage large datasets and cutting-edge technologies to create innovative solutions that drive Optiver's trading strategies, working within a team of expert researchers and immersing yourself in market making.

Responsibilities

• Using statistical models and machine learning to develop innovative solutions foundational to Optiver’s trading strategies.
• Leveraging big data technologies to analyze high-frequency trading strategies, market microstructure, and financial instruments to identify trading opportunities.
• Building stochastic models to determine the fair value of financial derivatives.
• Combining quantitative analysis and high-performance implementation to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of pricing engines and libraries.
• Seeking continuous improvement in all aspects of the role.

Requirements

• Final year university student or recent graduate.
• Australian or New Zealand Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, or able to provide evidence of full working rights.
• Studying a quantitative or technically focused degree, such as Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electrical / Mechatronic / Software Engineering, Computer Science, Applied / Quantitative Finance or Econometrics.
• Possess programming experience in any language (C, C++, Python, Basic, JAVA, etc.).

Skills

• Statistical models
• Machine learning
• Big data technologies
• High-frequency trading strategies analysis
• Market microstructure analysis
• Financial instruments analysis
• Stochastic models
• Quantitative analysis
• High-performance implementation
• Programming (C, C++, Python, Basic, JAVA, etc.)

Location

• Amsterdam
• Sydney

Work Type

• Full-time
• Graduate program

Experience Level

• Graduate

Education Level

• Quantitative or technically focused degree (e.g., Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electrical / Mechatronic / Software Engineering, Computer Science, Applied / Quantitative Finance or Econometrics)

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus structure
• Training, mentorship, and personal development opportunities
• Gym membership
• Weekly in-house chair massages
• Daily breakfast
• Daily lunch
• In-house barista
• Regular social events

About the Company

• Optiver is a global financial markets company committed to continuous improvement and collaboration.

Equal Opportunity

• Optiver is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout its hiring process.
• Encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
• Welcomes requests for reasonable adjustments during the application process.