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.

Location: Remote

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: