Citadel · New York, NY, USA, USA
Join Citadel’s Data Strategies Group as a Quantitative Developer to innovate at the frontier of quantitative methods, build custom tools, and maintain high-performance data pipelines that directly impact investment strategies. Work with top researchers and engineers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your contributions drive real commercial impact.
About the Role
You’ll be part of a team that transforms raw data into actionable insights for global investment strategies. Your work will directly influence how Citadel identifies and capitalizes on market opportunities — from algorithm design to deployment and performance monitoring.
What You Will Do
Design and develop scalable, high-performance data pipelines and analytical tools.
Collaborate with quantitative researchers and engineers to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Implement and maintain cloud-based infrastructure using AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Write robust, maintainable Python code for production systems.
Participate in agile development cycles with rapid iteration and feedback loops.
Contribute to the architecture and optimization of data processing systems.
Support the deployment and monitoring of quantitative models in production.
Engage in continuous learning and knowledge sharing across teams.
What We Are Looking For
Strong academic background in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field.
Exceptional proficiency in Python for production-grade applications.
Proven experience in software development with a focus on scalability and maintainability.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerization).
Understanding of data engineering principles and distributed systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for quantitative finance and data science.
Excellent communication skills to bridge technical and business teams.
Apply now to be part of a team that turns ambition into action — where your technical skills can shape the future of global finance.