Quantitative Researcher, PhD

AustinPosted 7 days ago

Role Overview

Teza Technologies is hiring a mid-level Quantitative Researcher, PhD. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Austin. Part of Teza Technologies's Trading hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Trading roles is $130k-$180k (based on 62 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

We are looking for exceptional quantitative researchers to develop systematic trading strategies based on market microstructure.

This role is focused on extracting predictive signals from high-frequency market data and turning them into robust, scalable trading models. You will explore large datasets, develop new features, test hypotheses, and work closely with researchers and engineers to deploy ideas into production.

Location

Austin, TX (5 days in-office requirement)

Key Responsibilities

Research predictive signals from market microstructure data.
Design and evaluate new features using the most granular market data.
Develop statistical and machine learning models for systematic trading.
Build robust research infrastructure and analytical tools.
Work directly with experienced researchers and Portfolio Managers to take ideas from hypothesis to live trading.

Basic Requirements

PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline.
Outstanding mathematical and statistical skills.
Strong programming ability in Python and C++/Java.
Experience working with quantitative models.
Curiosity, creativity, and proven academic track record.

What you’ll get

On-site presence of experienced Quantitative Researchers and Portfolio Managers to learn from
Build Strategies while becoming the best at what you do
Professional guidance from experienced mentors

Benefits

Health insurance
Flexible sick time policy
Office Lunches

About Teza Technologies

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Is the Quantitative Researcher, PhD role at Teza Technologies remote or in-office?

This is a hybrid role based in Austin. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.

What does a Quantitative Researcher, PhD at Teza Technologies earn?

Teza Technologies 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, PhD role at Teza Technologies posted?

This role was posted on July 7, 2026 (7 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.