Quantitative Researcher — Alternative Data

Evaluate new datasets for genuine, repeatable investment information. You will reject weak data quickly and build defensible research when a source survives quality, legality, and stability checks.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary: $170,000–$240,000 USD, based on experience
Work arrangement: Remote — United States
Experience: 3+ years
Additional compensation: Performance-bonus and equity eligibility based on role and level

About the Role

Evaluate new datasets for genuine, repeatable investment information. You will reject weak data quickly and build defensible research when a source survives quality, legality, and stability checks. You will work with a small team, own important decisions, and document your work so that other specialists can review it.

Responsibilities

  • Assess provenance, coverage, revisions, latency, and licensing limits
  • Design leakage-resistant tests and realistic availability timestamps
  • Measure incremental value against existing information
  • Maintain data-quality and vendor-monitoring controls

Required Qualifications

  • Experience researching large, messy, time-indexed datasets
  • Python, SQL, experimental design, and data lineage skills
  • Sound judgment about privacy, licensing, and data leakage

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with financial markets, market data, or institutional trading systems.
  • A record of clear written communication and careful review of high-impact work.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plan options with substantial company support
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Flexible paid time off and company holidays
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Annual learning, conference, and professional-development budget
  • Remote-work equipment and home-office support
  • Performance-bonus and equity eligibility based on role and level

How to Apply

Submit a current resume through the application form. A short cover letter is optional. We will review your experience and contact qualified candidates about the interview process and next steps.

Job Categories: Quantitative Research
Job Types: Full Time
Job Locations: Remote — United States

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