Quantitative Risk Analyst Jobs

Quantitative risk analyst jobs are open across banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech, from entry-level analyst to senior and principal roles, with specializations in market risk, credit risk, and model validation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles52
Top stateNew York
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type58% Hybrid
Top industryBanking

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Quantitative Risk Modeling and Analytics Manager
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Quantitative Risk Modeling and Analytics Manager
Huntington Bank
Columbus, Ohio
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$93k - $189k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in finance
10,000+

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Senior Fixed Income Quantitative Analyst, Risk Models & Market Research
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Senior Fixed Income Quantitative Analyst, Risk Models & Market Research
Fidelity Investments
Merrimack, New Hampshire
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst
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Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst
NextEra Energy
Juno Beach, Florida
Accounting
Business Analysis
Investment Operations
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Quantitative Risk Analyst Senior – Stress Testing and Scenario Design
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Quantitative Risk Analyst Senior – Stress Testing and Scenario Design
USAA
San Antonio, Texas
Business Analyst
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$114k - $218k/yr
Hybrid
Doctoral degree in statistics
10,000+

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Quantitative Investment Risk Analyst
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Quantitative Investment Risk Analyst
Neuberger Berman
New York, New York
Business Analysis
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$95k - $110k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in financial engineering
1,001-5,000

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Quantitative Risk Analyst Job Market

Who's Hiring

JPMorganChase8 open roles
First Tech Federal Credit Union5 open roles
Freddie Mac3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Fintech
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quantitative risk analyst jobs.

  • Advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, financial engineering, or a quantitative field
  • Proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB for model development and data analysis
  • Experience building or validating market risk, credit risk, or operational risk models
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as Basel III, CCAR, or CECL
  • Strong knowledge of stochastic calculus, probability theory, and statistical inference
  • FRM or CFA designation preferred for senior and model validation roles

Tips for Your Quantitative Risk Analyst Job Search

Quantify model performance on your resume

Hiring managers for quantitative risk roles expect concrete evidence of model accuracy or business impact. Replace vague descriptions with outcomes: backtesting results, reduction in model error, or the size of the portfolio your risk framework covered.

List your technical stack explicitly

Job postings for quantitative risk analysts differ sharply on required tools. Call out Python, R, MATLAB, SAS, or SQL by name in a dedicated skills section so automated screening doesn't filter you out before a human reviews your application.

Target postings by regulatory framework

Many quantitative risk analyst openings are written around specific frameworks like Basel III, CCAR, FRTB, or CECL. Identify which frameworks you know and filter your search accordingly so your application speaks directly to what that team needs.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Prepare for a technical take-home exercise

Many quantitative risk analyst interviews include a modeling case or coding exercise sent before the on-site round. Practice writing clean, commented code under time pressure and document your assumptions clearly, since reviewers judge reasoning as much as the final result.

Negotiate using the full compensation picture

Quantitative risk roles at banks and asset managers often include discretionary bonuses tied to group performance. Ask your recruiter how base, bonus, and deferred compensation have trended for the specific desk or team, not just the company-wide average.

Quantitative Risk Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most quantitative risk analysts?

The most active employers for quantitative risk analysts right now are JPMorganChase, First Tech Federal Credit Union, and Freddie Mac, and the most openings are in New York, Virginia, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated at large banks, insurance carriers, and asset managers, though fintech firms are also posting at an increasing rate.

How many quantitative risk analyst jobs are remote?

About 83% of quantitative risk analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though on-site requirements are more common at regulated financial institutions than at fintech or consulting firms. Model validation, independent risk review, and enterprise risk management roles tend to have the highest share of remote or flexible arrangements compared to front-office risk positions.

How do you become a quantitative risk analyst?

Start with an advanced degree in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, financial engineering, or econometrics. Build programming proficiency in Python or R through coursework or personal projects focused on financial data. Pursue an internship or entry-level role in model development, credit analytics, or risk reporting to build applied experience. Earning a Financial Risk Manager credential strengthens candidacy for more senior positions.

Can you get hired as a quantitative risk analyst with little experience?

Entry-level quantitative risk analyst roles do exist, particularly at banks and insurance companies hiring from graduate programs in financial engineering or applied mathematics. Demonstrating a capstone project involving risk modeling, a published analysis of financial data, or even a detailed GitHub repository of relevant work can substitute for formal experience when your technical skills are strong and verifiable.

What does the quantitative risk analyst interview process look like?

Most quantitative risk analyst interview processes begin with a recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview covering probability, statistics, and stochastic processes. A take-home modeling exercise or coding challenge typically comes next, requiring you to build or critique a risk model. Final rounds usually include a panel with risk managers, model validators, and sometimes a senior quant who will probe your methodological choices and assumptions in depth.

Where can I find and apply to quantitative risk analyst jobs?

You can find and apply to quantitative risk analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your background, whether that is market risk, credit risk, or model validation, and apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and target location.

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