Quantitative Researcher

About us

Nasdaq (Nasdaq:NDAQ) is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information and public company services. Through its diverse portfolio of solutions, Nasdaq enables customers to plan, optimize and execute their business vision with confidence, using proven technologies that provide transparency and insight for navigating today's global capital markets. As the creator of the world's first electronic stock market, its technology powers more than 100 marketplaces in 50 countries, and 1 in 10 of the world's securities transactions. Nasdaq is home to approximately 4,000 total listings with a market value of approximately $15 trillion. To learn more, visit: http://www.nasdaq.com

The Team

The Nasdaq Investigations and Enforcement Team’s mission is to protect investors and market integrity by investigating possible misconduct and enforcing Nasdaq’s market and listings rules and the federal securities laws. We’re looking for an exceptional investigator to join our growing team and help us build a robust and impactful enforcement program!

Your role and responsibilities

As a Quantitative Researcher, you will have a diverse and dynamic role. You will analyze potential market manipulation schemes, work with the team’s attorneys on cases, and help colleagues with complex data issues. You will also collaborate with surveillance analysts on referrals of trading activity that may signal misconduct, and work with other regulators, such as exchanges, FINRA, and the SEC. Your skills and judgment will be important in making fair and meaningful decisions that affect our markets, member firms, and investors at large.

You will need the following skills and experience

• A completed degree in STEM (or related field). PhD a plus.
• Three or more years of professional data science experience (statistical modeling, data mining, machine learning, etc.)
• Experience or demonstrable interest in equities or options trading.
• Knowledge of market structure and securities industry rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Expertise in Python. Knowledge of SQL, JavaScript, and AWS a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and apply analytics and data visualizations to solve complex problems.
• Must be organized and able to manage multiple matters at once, compiling and managing data from numerous sources in support of ongoing investigations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; particularly the ability to present investigative findings and conclusions clearly and concisely.
• Must be comfortable working independently or collaboratively, as required.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.

The base pay range for this role is $85,000 - $141,600. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.