Quantitative Developer - Python

About Us: Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser. Overview:  We're looking for a Quantitative Researcher, focused on orderbook-driven signal generation. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who has hands-on experience working with limit orderbook data and a genuine curiosity about how markets function at the tick level. You'll work closely with senior researchers and traders to develop, test, and refine predictive signals and models that inform trading decisions.   Responsibilities: * Analyze high-frequency limit orderbook data to identify patterns, inefficiencies, and predictive signals * Build and backtest quantitative models using historical tick and orderbook data * Collaborate with senior researchers and traders to translate research findings into production-ready strategies * Develop and maintain data pipelines for processing large-scale, high-frequency market data * Apply statistical and machine learning techniques, particularly tree-based methods, to improve signal quality * Continuously monitor and iterate on live signals and models based on performance Requirements: * 1–3 years of professional or research experience working directly with orderbook / limit order book (LOB) data * Technical degree/background in a quantitative field (Math, Statistics, CS, Physics, Engineering, Financial Engineering) * Strong proficiency in Python, including standard data science libraries (pandas, NumPy, etc.) * Genuine interest in financial markets and market microstructure — you follow markets, not just models * Solid foundation in statistics and quantitative analysis * Strong problem-solving skills and intellectual curiosity * Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders   DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job purpose: A great opportunity to join a dynamic, fast paced global pharmaceutical and life sciences auditing firm headquartered in the UK to collaborate with clients from leading global pharmaceutical companies. We are looking for a highly analytical and results-driven professional to join us in the business analysis team. The role will help you to develop a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, and to gain a unique insight into best practices across the industry.   As a member of the analysis team you will have great visibility and exposure to senior directors in the company and the opportunity to take on a high level of responsibility early-on in your career. You will be supported by an experienced analyst team through your development and training and be expected to collaborate and offer new insight within a close-knit team environment.   Key Responsibilities: * Liaising with internal STEM senior leadership and local project teams to establish project delivery requirements * Client facing – relationship building through project set up and delivery as well as managing external requests and deadlines. * Managing multiple client projects * Building and maintaining MS Excel databases from source data * Analysing client data using quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate key performance indicators * Pressure testing source data and identifying areas for investigation * Collaborating with Project leaders and local teams to interpret data and formulate action plans and recommendations for clients * Produce high quality presentations and other deliverables for clients using MS PowerPoint * Supporting members in the analysis team to meet client deadlines and drive development and efficiencies within the team   Essential Skills * Science based degree in subjects with numerical emphasis (such as Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering etc) or experience as an Analyst * Strong communication and project management skills to handle multiple projects with different stakeholders * Experience in using MS Excel and PowerPoint * Be proactive, with drive and ambition and a strong work ethic to grow in a dynamic environment with good opportunities to help develop and further the business as a whole * Analytical thinking * Problem-solving   Benefits: * Hybrid working pattern * Company discretionary bonus scheme * 23 days Annual leave plus additional time off (+3 days) between Christmas and New Year and (+1) for birthday * Life Insurance * Pension under Salary Sacrifice Scheme * Optional Healthcare Insurance (after 6 months provision)  * Long term Income protection * Employee Assistance Program * Training Courses– to further support development needs. * Enhanced maternity package. * Cycle to Work Scheme * Sabbatical leave (after 5 years of service)   STEM: STEM Healthcare is a dynamic, fast paced global pharmaceutical and life sciences strategic benchmarking firm headquartered in the UK and present across six continents. STEM have developed an audit process and built a benchmarking database with more than 500,000 face-to-face observations completed across 52 countries. The benchmark provided is unique in the pharmaceutical industry consisting of over 100 KPIs, while focusing on 2-3 key priorities during formulation of action planning to help clients further accelerate performance.   STEM accelerates performance, improves strategic alignment, and facilitates excellence in marketing, medical, market access and account plans strategy execution. Due to the unique, specialised and highly targeted offering, STEM is experiencing a rapid growth phase, and recruiting heavily across the world. New employees will be joining at a time where rapid career development and growth opportunities are expected, as the organisation works towards their mid and long-term goals.   Find us here: Website: www.stemhealthcare.com     STEM Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.  STEM Healthcare will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. STEM Healthcare only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised. Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.