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Quantitative Researcher – Futures

IMC · Chicago, United States; New York, United States

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
IMC's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of IMC's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at IMC
high
176 stale, 1 reposted of 177 open
Hiring momentum
207 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from IMC's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for IMC.

About this role

The Quantitative Researcher role at IMC involves developing systematic futures trading strategies by conducting extensive data analysis and utilizing machine learning techniques. The researcher will prototype and backtest trading ideas, collaborate with developers and traders to implement a research-to-production pipeline, and continuously monitor and refine existing strategies. The position requires a strong quantitative background and offers the opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of research initiatives.

Our read on this posting2.6out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of IMC as an employer.

What you need

  • Advanced degree (MSc, PhD, or equivalent) in a quantitative or technical discipline (Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, or similar)
  • Several years (5+ Years) of quantitative research experience, preferably in systematic trading, futures, HFT, or related high-frequency / high-throughput environments
  • Demonstrable track record of generating predictive signals in futures / derivatives / systematic trading
  • Excellent programming skills (e.g., Python, C++, or other relevant languages)
  • Strong statistical background, with experience in statistical modeling, time-series analysis, machine learning / ML-based approaches
  • Deep interest in market dynamics, high-frequency trading, and understanding of microstructure, order flow, and volatility

What you get

  • Discretionary bonus
  • Paid leave
  • Insurance

Worth weighing

  • Salary range is quite high, indicating a competitive market
  • Role involves high-frequency trading which may require rapid adaptation to market changes
  • Collaboration with developers and traders may require strong interpersonal skills

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Listed by IMC on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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