Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Optimization - Remote
SCM Insurance ServicesRole Overview
SCM Insurance Services is hiring a mid-level Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Optimization - Remote. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Radnor. Part of SCM Insurance Services's Trading hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
SCM is committed to a workplace that values and promotes diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunity by ensuring that all employees are valued, heard, engaged and involved at work and have full opportunities to collaborate, contribute and grow professionally.
We are currently seeking a highly driven, well organized, and motivated candidate to join our team. SCM offers the opportunity to work in person, remotely or in a hybrid work environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design and implement multi-period portfolio optimization frameworks incorporating
transaction costs, slippage, and other market frictions - Leverage MOSEK and other optimization solvers to build scalable and efficient models
- Develop and refine intraday trading strategies and execution algorithms
- Monitor and analyze model performance in a live trading environment
Requirements:
- Strong quantitative background (PhD or Master’s in Applied Math, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field)
- Proven experience with MOSEK or other optimization frameworks
- Deep understanding of slippage, transaction cost modeling, and intraday trading
- Familiarity with real-time data processing and execution systems
- Programming skills in Python and/or C++
- Experience integrating optimization routines in production trading systems
The base pay for this position is anticipated to be between $150,000 and $300,000 per year. The anticipated annual base pay range is current as of the time this job post was generated. This position is eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a bonus, health and dental plans and 401(k) contributions, which includes a discretionary profit sharing program. An employee's bonus and related compensation benefits can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Optimization - Remote position at SCM Insurance Services?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to SCM Insurance Services. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Optimization - Remote role at SCM Insurance Services remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Radnor. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Optimization - Remote at SCM Insurance Services earn?
SCM Insurance Services has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Optimization - Remote role at SCM Insurance Services posted?
This role was posted on May 24, 2026 (15 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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