Quantitative Researcher

Job Summary

Plutus21 is looking for a Quantitative Researcher to discover, test, and improve systematic alpha signals and portfolio construction for low‑frequency equity strategies (typically daily to monthly horizons). This role is designed for exceptional quantitative thinkers coming from Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or other rigorous fields.

Key Responsibilities

Research and hypothesis generation

• Translate investment ideas into testable hypotheses with clear metrics and failure criteria
• Build simple baselines first, then iterate toward stronger models only when justified
• Data and features (research‑grade)
• Work with panel/time‑series equity data and build features with strict as‑of availability
• Implement careful data checks (missingness, outliers, corporate actions, calendar alignment)

Evaluation and robustness

• Design validation protocols appropr...