Quantitative Specialist

Corporate & Investment banking

Permanent contract

New York, New York, United States

Hybrid

Salary from 126000 to 275000

Reference 26000CV4

Start date Immediately

Publication date 2026/07/15

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Quantitative Analyst to join SG R&D in AMER, focusing on Rates Algo strategies. The role involves the design, development, and support of algorithmic trading models across U.S. Treasuries and swaps markets.

The candidate will work closely with trading teams to maintain and enhance existing strategies, ensure robustness of backtesting frameworks, and contribute to the evolution of the algorithmic platform.

This role is critical to ensure continuity of expertise and mitigate key-man risk within the team.

Main Responsibilities

Algo Modeling & Development

Research, design, develop, implement, and maintain quantitative models for UST algo trading
Enhance existing models and contribute to new developments
Contribute to the development of new alpha signal strategies.
Ensure robustness and scalability of core models

Backtesting Framework

Maintain and improve backtesting infrastructure
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency of simulations
Contribute to performance analysis and strategy validation

Trading Support & Collaboration

Work closely with traders to formalize and implement trading ideas
Provide support on model usage and behavior in production
Participate in real-time analysis of strategy performance
Collaborate with technology teams to implement the models into production

Knowledge & Documentation

Ensure proper documentation of models, methodologies, and workflows in line with MRM guidelines
Contribute to knowledge transfer to mitigate concentration risk

Profile required

Technical Skills

Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Solid understanding of Rates products and derivatives
Strong programming skills (Proficiency in Python, object-oriented languages)
Experience in time series analysis and backtesting

Experience

2+ years as quantitative analysis supporting algo trading
Strong understanding of US Treasury market structure: on-the-run/off-the-run dynamics, auction cycle, repo, futures basis, and DV01 risk

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field

Business insight

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

OUR CULTURE:

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING (“DIB”):

Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit this link: https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-diversity/

COMPENSATION:

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.

Diversity and Inclusion

Societe Generale is an equal opportunity employer, and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. We are committed to recognizing and promoting the talents and achievements of our employees and staff, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, and any other characteristic or status protected under applicable law.

Quantitative Specialist

Permanent contract

New York, New York, United States

Hybrid

Salary from 126000 to 275000

Responsibilities Profile required Business insight Diversity and Inclusion

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