Job
Description
Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Quant Analyst to join Futures First. The role involves supporting development and execution of quantitative strategies across financial markets. Job Profile Statistical Arbitrage & Strategy Development Design and implement pairs, mean-reversion, and relative value strategies in fixed income (govvies, corporate bonds, IRS). Apply cointegration tests (Engle-Granger, Johansen), Kalman filters, and machine learning techniques for signal generation. Optimize execution using transaction cost analysis (TCA). Correlation & Volatility Analysis Model dynamic correlations between bonds, rates, and macro variables using PCA, copulas, and rolling regressions. Forecast yield curve volatility using GARCH, stochastic volatility models, and implied-vol surfaces for swaptions. Identify regime shifts (e.g., monetary policy impacts) and adjust strategies accordingly. Seasonality & Pattern Recognition Analyse calendar effects (quarter-end rebalancing, liquidity patterns) in sovereign bond futures and repo markets. Develop time-series models (SARIMA, Fourier transforms) to detect cyclical trends. Back testing & Automation Build Python-based back testing frameworks (Backtrader, Qlib) to validate strategies. Automate Excel-based reporting (VBA, xlwings) for P&L attribution and risk dashboards. Integrate Bloomberg/Refinitiv APIs for real-time data feeds. Requirements Education Qualifications B.Tech Work Experience 0-3 years Skill Set Must have: Strong grasp of probability theory, stochastic calculus (Ito’s Lemma, SDEs), and time-series econometrics (ARIMA, VAR, GARCH). Must have: Expertise in linear algebra (PCA, eigenvalue decomposition), numerical methods (Monte Carlo, PDE solvers), and optimization techniques. Preferred: Knowledge of Bayesian statistics, Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC), and machine learning (supervised/unsupervised learning) Libraries: NumPy, Pandas, statsmodels, scikit-learn, arch (GARCH models). Back testing: Backtrader, Zipline, or custom event-driven frameworks. Data handling: SQL, Dask (for large datasets). Power Query, pivot tables, Bloomberg Excel functions (BDP, BDH). VBA scripting for various tools and automation. Experience with C++/Java (low-latency systems), QuantLib (fixed income pricing), or R (statistical l). Yield curve modelling (Nelson-Siegel, Svensson), duration/convexity, OIS pricing. Credit spreads, CDS pricing, and bond-CDS basis arbitrage. Familiarity with VaR, CVaR, stress testing, and liquidity risk metrics. Understanding of CCIL, NDS-OM (Indian market infrastructure). Ability to translate intuition and patterns into quant models. Strong problem-solving and communication skills (must explain complex models to non-quants). Comfortable working in a fast-paced work environment. Location: Gurugram, Work hours will be aligned to APAC Markets.
