Join the BlackRock Systematic team as a quantitative researcher, developing systematic trading strategies for hedge funds and liquid alternative products across global markets. You will work on creating market-neutral or directional signals using single-name equities, CDS, corporate bonds, convertible bonds, and equity options, leveraging new datasets and techniques to generate alpha sources. Your day-to-day involves collaborating with expert researchers and portfolio managers, conducting independent research publishable in practitioner journals, and contributing to broader initiatives across BlackRock. Key responsibilities include evaluating model design, developing innovative analytics packages for risk visualization, and participating in the full investment lifecycle from signal research to trading and risk management. Ideal candidates have a quantitative background, experience with large datasets and machine learning models, proficiency in Unix OS, distributed computing platforms (AWS, GCP), databases, and data science languages like Python.
Develop systematic trading strategies for various financial instruments across markets.
Create innovative investment signals and strategies through rigorous research processes.
Evaluate and enhance model design, portfolio construction, and implementation methods.
Visualize portfolio risk using advanced analytics packages and automate repetitive tasks.
Participate in the full lifecycle of investment activities from research to trading.
What we're looking for
Degree in a quantitative field such as finance, economics, computer science, or mathematics.
Strong understanding of statistical and machine learning concepts for data analysis.
Experience with Unix OS, large-scale distributed computing platforms, and databases.
Proficiency in data science programming languages like Python and handling multi-language data.
Ability to develop systematic investment signals and strategies based on rigorous research.
Detail-oriented and self-motivated individual who excels in a fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork skills and willingness to contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
Market check
Salary context
This
$132,500–$162,000
range sits above
43%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$110,000–$216,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$126,800–$198,000
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
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About Blackrock
BlackRock is the world''s largest asset management firm, providing investment management, risk management, and advisory services to institutional and retail clients through its Aladdin technology platform. Industry: Asset Management & Financial Services
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