Quantitative Developer Jobs

Quantitative Developer jobs are open across hedge funds, investment banks, and fintech firms, from junior analyst to senior and principal roles, with specializations in algorithmic trading, risk modeling, and derivatives pricing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top stateNew York
Top employerFidelity Investments
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type58% On-site
Top industryInvestment

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Senior Quantitative Developer
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Senior Quantitative Developer
Fidelity Investments
Merrimack, New Hampshire
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in Physics
10,000+

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Quantitative Developer
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Quantitative Developer
DEEL
Chicago, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Software Engineering
$140k - $190k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in statistics

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Lead Software Engineer - Quant Developer
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Lead Software Engineer - Quant Developer
JPMorganChase
Jersey City, New Jersey
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$157k - $215k/yr
10,000+

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Quantitative Risk Developer
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Quantitative Risk Developer
Fidelity Investments
Jersey City, New Jersey
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$100k - $200k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Quantitative Developer III, Securitized Products
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Quantitative Developer III, Securitized Products
Clearwater Analytics (CWAN)
New York, New York
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$138k - $178k/yr
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Quantitative Developer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Fidelity Investments5 open roles
Clearwater Analytics (CWAN)5 open roles
Trexquant Investment LP4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management20
  • Banking & Financial Services7
  • Technology & Software4
  • Staffing & Recruiting2
  • News & Publishing1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quantitative developer jobs.

  • Advanced degree in mathematics, computer science, physics, or a quantitative field
  • Proficiency in Python and C++ for high-performance numerical computing
  • Experience building and backtesting quantitative models in live or simulated trading environments
  • Strong knowledge of stochastic calculus, probability theory, and statistical methods
  • Familiarity with low-latency systems design and performance optimization techniques
  • Experience with time-series databases, market data feeds, and financial data pipelines

Tips for Your Quantitative Developer Job Search

Tailor your resume to each stack

Quantitative developer job descriptions split sharply between C++ and Python shops. Match your resume's languages section to what the posting emphasizes, and surface relevant libraries like NumPy, pandas, or Boost rather than listing every tool you've touched.

Show your math, not just your code

Hiring managers for quantitative developer roles expect proof of quantitative reasoning. Include a brief annotation on each project describing the model or statistical method used, not only the implementation language or runtime performance you achieved.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists quantitative developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target firms by their quant strategy

High-frequency trading desks, systematic macro funds, and risk technology teams look for different skills. Research each firm's public papers or engineer blogs before applying so your cover letter names the specific modeling domain they work in.

Prepare a take-home coding sample in advance

Many quantitative developer interviews include a timed coding screen focused on numerical methods or data structures. Have a clean, commented solution to a classic stochastic pricing problem ready to walk through before your first phone screen.

Negotiate the comp structure, not just base

Quantitative developer offers often include a discretionary bonus tied to desk performance. Ask explicitly how the bonus pool is calculated and what the vesting schedule looks like on any deferred compensation before you sign.

Quantitative Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most quantitative developers?

Fidelity Investments, Clearwater Analytics (CWAN), and Trexquant Investment LP are hiring the most quantitative developers right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Illinois, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially high at firms running systematic trading strategies and at banks expanding their risk technology platforms.

How many quantitative developer jobs are remote?

About 42% of quantitative developer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though on-site roles remain common at trading firms where low-latency infrastructure access is required. Risk analytics, model validation, and back-office quant development roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility compared to front-office trading system positions.

How do you become a quantitative developer?

Start by building a strong foundation in both mathematics and software engineering, typically through a degree in applied mathematics, computer science, physics, or engineering. Develop fluency in Python and C++, then apply those skills to financial modeling projects you can share publicly. Internships at asset managers or trading firms are the most direct path into a first full-time role.

Can you get a quantitative developer job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level quantitative developer roles exist, particularly at banks and fintech firms building risk or analytics platforms. Focus on demonstrating numerical coding ability through personal projects, Kaggle competitions, or open-source contributions to financial libraries. A strong academic background in a quantitative discipline carries significant weight when professional experience is limited.

What does the quantitative developer interview process look like?

Most quantitative developer interviews run in three to four stages: an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering data structures and numerical methods, a take-home coding project involving a modeling or optimization problem, and a final on-site or virtual loop with engineers and quants. Some firms add a math or probability brain-teaser round typical of trading-focused hiring.

Where can I find and apply to quantitative developer jobs?

You can find and apply to quantitative developer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills and experience, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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