Quantitative Research Engineer - PhD Graduate (US)
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Exceptional opportunity for PhD graduates with a focus on high compensation and significant responsibility in quantitative finance.
- Salary range of $250,000-$275,000
- Work on innovative automated trading solutions
- Collaborate with top researchers in finance
- Very competitive field requiring advanced qualifications
Pros
- High base salary range ($250k-$275k)
- Direct involvement with automated trading systems
- Chance to work alongside leading quantitative researchers
Cons
- Intense work pace with high expectations
- Limited flexibility due to project demands
- Heavy competition for the role
Who it's for
Entry to Early-career PhDs • Office-based with dynamic collaboration
Good fit
- PhD graduates with strong quantitative skills
- Individuals passionate about finance and technology
- Candidates seeking growth in high-stakes finance
Not recommended for
- Those lacking a PhD or advanced quantitative degree
- Candidates uncomfortable in fast-paced environments
- Individuals seeking job security without pressure
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Job Description
- Design, develop, test, and deploy elegant software solutions for automated trading systems
- Partner with the Quantitative Research team to define priorities and deliver custom software solutions
- PhD degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, or another highly quantitative field
- Strong programming skills with proficiency in one or more programming languages, including C++, Python, and R
- A deep passion for technology, software development, and mathematics
- Strong computer science fundamentals and software development experience
- Experience with some of the following areas: Distributed Computing, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Platform Development, Networking, System Design, and/or Web Development
- Proven track record of creatively solving problems by understanding and prioritizing business value and applying technology solutions
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
In accordance with applicable law, the base salary range for this role is $250,000 to $275,000.
In addition, the employee who fills this role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive compensation program, as well as a wide array of benefit programs, such as medical and life insurance, retirement and tax-free savings plans, and access to other healthcare programs.
About Citadel
Citadel is one of the world’s leading alternative investment managers. We manage capital on behalf of many of the world’s preeminent private, public and nonprofit institutions. We seek the highest and best use of investor capital in order to deliver market leading results and contribute to broader economic growth. For over 30 years, Citadel has cultivated a culture of learning and collaboration among some of the most talented and accomplished investment professionals, researchers and engineers in the world. Our colleagues are empowered to test their ideas and develop commercial solutions that accelerate their growth and drive real impact.
