DRW
Chicago, IL
Hybrid

Quantitative Researcher - Agriculture/Energy

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DRW is a diversified trading firm that utilizes our own capital and trades at our own risk.  We bring sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to solve complex problems in markets around the world and across many asset classes. We are motivated to compete at the highest level and unified by a commitment to operate with respect, curiosity and an open mind.

We are searching for a Commodities Quantitative Trading Strategist to support the Energy (Oil/Gas) and Agricultural Trading (Grains, Oilseeds, etc.) Teams. The Trading Teams are market-makers and also take proprietary/discretionary trades. The primary purpose of this position is to use financial engineering techniques with their existing fundamental analytic platform to drive trading strategy and commercial decisions.

Responsibilities include:

  • Quantitative research and modeling around Oil/Gas markets and in time looking for similar interrelationship/correlations that exist in the Ags market and applying them to energies;
  • Identify quantamental trade signals and price patterns in the Oil/Gas fundamental data using statistical analysis (time series, regression and machine learning techniques);
  • Develop systematic trading strategies;
  • Portfolio construction and optimization;
  • Back-testing trade strategies and pricing; and
  • Developing quantitative research tools to support traders.

    Educational and professional requirements include:

  • An advanced degree in a quantitative field (Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, etc.);
  • 5+ years' experience in a quantitative role supporting an energy trading environment;
  • Strong background in statistics and probability is desired;
  • Excellent programming skills (Python preferred, C++, C# and R considered);
  •  Ability to write and optimize database queries to extract and analyze large data sets is required; and
  •  Strong communication skills are essential.

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What are DRW Perks + Benefits

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Hybrid work model
In-person all-hands meetings
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
We are committed to creating in-office as well as remote environments to support collaboration and belonging for all of our employees. Success at DRW is measured by performance, not location.
Diversity
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Company sponsored family events
Fertility benefits
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Bereavement leave benefits
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free daily meals
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Meditation space
Mother's room
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
DRW hosts lunch and learn meetings once per month.
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications
Personal development training
Apprenticeship programs

Additional Perks + Benefits

We also offer on-site yoga, meditation classes, trivia nights., massages, and wine tastings. We also support professional development through mentorship programs, speaker series and "Geek Lunches."

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