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Backed by deep expertise in trading, technology, and research, we are relentlessly focused on improving liquidity across global listed derivatives. Through advanced execution and pricing technologies, we improve how financial markets operate.\nThe role: \nAs a Senior Quantitative Researcher, you will lead projects that have a direct impact on our trading performance. You will work collaboratively with other researchers and traders from various scientific fields and prestigious academic institutions, to develop innovative real-time trading models and solutions for low latency trading systems for exchange-traded options. You will share your knowledge and expertise with other researchers to tackle various challenging projects including but not limited to option pricing and volatility models, algorithm design and alpha research.\nWhat we’re looking for: \nAcademic degree in applied mathematics, computer science, statistics engineering or physics. PhD or any other track record in conducting independent research. \nMinimum 3+ years of experience in the financial industry, particularly electronic options trading. \nAbility to research advanced algorithms, develop predictive models and verify complex hypotheses using large datasets.\nProactive interest in improving existing trading strategies and identifying new opportunities. \nA collaborative bridge between developers, and traders who aligns technical work with commercial impact and the broader strategic vision, and a real team player with other quants in the team.\nWhy you should apply: \nRare opportunity to take a high level of responsibility at a fast-growing global trading firm \nOpportunity to be highly involved in the decisions that shape our trading\nFlexible research environment to iterate on your ideas quickly and see the impact of your work in production\nLeadership opportunities as the team grow\nGreat engineering environment where technology, creativity and innovation is key to our success\nAn environment where you’re empowered and supported to achieve your ambitions\nFriendly, informal and highly rewarding culture\nThe upside of a start-up without the associated risks\nWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\nCompetitive compensation \nAnnual discretionary bonus \nFully catered breakfast and lunch\n25 days’ annual leave\nInformal dress code \nPrivate healthcare and life assurance\nGroup Pension plan \nThe Options Market Making team at Maven Securities operates under a strict direct sourcing model. We are committed to managing all recruitment activities internally to ensure a consistent and transparent candidate experience. As such, we do not accept unsolicited CVs or introductions from recruitment agencies. 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