As our Graduate Quantitative Researcher,you'lldevelop,refineand implementstatisiticalmodels that directlyimpactand improve the global financial markets.
As part of a team of expert researchers,you'llleverageourlarge historicaldatasetsand the latest technologiestodevelopinnovative solutions thatdriveOptiver'scutting-edgetrading strategies, fully immersing in the world of market making.If you have acriticalmindset,a passion forquanititativeproblemsand mathematical precision, youarethe ideal candidate for thisrole.
Join us and beapart of a dynamic team where you can make a meaningful impact.Whatyou'lldoYouronboarding and trainingKickstartyourtraining in theOptiver Academy, ourfour-weekglobal training program in Amsterdam.Hereyou'lllearn from our dedicated in-house education team and other industry experts through a series of lectures,courseworkand collaborative project work.Following this, the comprehensive training program in Sydney will equip you with the knowledge needed to make an impact from the moment you join yourresearch team.You'lllearn the intricacies ofoptiontheory and apply your knowledgeto real-world scenarios,developingmodelsthat contribute towards our trading success.We believe a realistic hands-on experience is the best way to learn, and that is exactly what we provide.After joining one ofourresearchteams,you'llcontinue tooptimiseourinnovative tradingstrategies, andgain a deeper insight into thedifferent productsand trading strategies within the team.Our education team will continue to provide training through a curated series of lectures over your first 12 months as a graduateresearcher.Your responsibilitiesFrom your first dayon the team,you'llhave the autonomy and responsibility to make decisions that create an immediate impact.
Every day will present you with current and interesting challenges to solve,



andit'sup to you and your teamto drive our success by ensuring that our quantitative modelsremainat thecutting-edgeof constantly evolving capital markets.Key responsibilitiesmayinclude:Using statistical models and machine learningto developinnovative solutions that are foundational toOptiver'stradingstrategiesLeveraging big data technologies to analyse high-frequency trading strategies, marketmicrostructureand financial instruments toidentifytrading opportunities.Building stochastic models todeterminethe fair value of financial derivatives.Combining quantitative analysis and high-performance implementation to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of pricing engines and libraries.Seekingcontinuous improvement in everything you do.Find your niche inresearchWe offer a range of opportunities in ourresearch teams.During the training program, we will work with you to ensure thatyou'replaced in the most suitable role for you.
Below are examples ofthe various rolesavailable.Read Dom's story to discover how he usescutting-edgestatistical and machine learning algorithmsto develop profitable live trading strategies in the Delta 1 team.Read Noah's story to discover how heleverageslarge datasets to createunderlying models that price our financial instrumentsin the Options Pricing team.Read Rob's story to discover how hedevelopsand testshypothesesthat drive improvementsin the execution,speedand success of our trading systems, in the Performance Research team.Whatyou'llgetYou'lljoin a culture of collaboration and excellence, whereyou'llbesurrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem solvers.




Driven by a passion for continuous improvement,you'llthrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, working collectively to tackle themost complexproblems in the financial markets.In addition,you'llreceive:A performance-based bonus structureunmatchedanywhere in the industry.
We combine our profits across desks,teamsand offices into a global profit pool, fostering a truly collaborative environment.The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals.Training,mentorshipand personal development opportunities.Gym membership, plus weekly in-house chair massages.Daily breakfast,lunchand an in-house barista.Regular social events.Who youareFinal year university student or recent graduate.An Australian or New Zealand Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or able to provide evidence of full working rights.Studying aquantitative or technically focused degree, such as Maths, Statistics, Physics, Electrical/ Mechatronic / Software Engineering, Computer Science, Applied/Quantitative Finance or Econometrics.Inquisitive and criticalthinker,who enjoys creating innovative,new solutions.Havea passion for quantitative problems and working in collaborative, dynamic environments.Pragmatic andfocused onoutcomes,andcan communicate technical concepts well.Enjoy utilising technology,programmingor maths in your daily life to solve problems.Possess programming experience in any language (C, C++, Python, Basic, JAVA, etc.).
Diversity statementOptiveris committed todiversity and inclusion, and itis hardwired through every stage of our hiring process.
We encourage applications from candidates fromany and allbackgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can bestdemonstrateyour abilities.Questions?
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📌 Expressions Of Interest - Graduate Quantitative Researcher 2027 (New South Wales)
🏢 Optiver
📍 New South Wales