Quantitative Technology Director Jobs
Quantitative Technology Director jobs are open across financial services, fintech, and asset management, from senior manager to vice president and managing director, with specializations in algorithmic trading systems, quantitative model development, and risk technology infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Millennium
Millennium is a global, diversified alternative investment firm, founded in 1989. Defined by evolution, innovation and focus, Millennium’s mission is to deliver results for our investors.
Our people are empowered with both independence and support: the autonomy to pursue ideas with conviction and the backing of a global network committed to collaboration, disciplined risk management and continuous learning. With opportunities to deepen expertise and accelerate development, talent at Millennium is equipped to adapt, evolve and build lasting impact over time. Discover how transformative growth accelerates impact.
Meet the Team
The Information Technology department is core to the health and growth of Millennium’s active, multi-manager business model, developing flexible, scalable technology and advanced proprietary systems that support next-generation analytical and trading capabilities.
The Volatility Alpha Development team is the core quantitative and strategy group supporting Millennium’s global volatility business. The team builds and maintains systematic options datasets, backtesting infrastructure, event volatility models, and live systematic volatility-fitting frameworks. Working at the intersection of quantitative research and real-world investment processes, the team supports Portfolio Managers across global volatility strategies.
What You'll Do
- Conduct quantitative research on market volatility, including volatility surface fitting, systematic options P&L dataset generation, event volatility analysis, alternative data research, AI-based hypothesis testing, and backtesting platform development.
- Research global systematic options markets, including single-stock versus index spreads and bespoke ETFs, to develop datasets and prototype strategies that support alpha-focused investment processes.
- Combine financial intuition with statistical learning techniques to develop predictive models for use in the investment process.
- Build robust quantitative research infrastructure and systematic datasets for global options and volatility markets.
- Partner with Senior Portfolio Managers to integrate Volatility Alpha Development datasets into investment strategies and risk-management workflows.
- Contribute to prototype alpha strategy development across the Volatility Alpha Development platform.
What You Bring
- Master’s degree or PhD in a quantitative STEM field, such as Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or Operations Research.
- At least three years of experience in investment management or a quantitative research environment.
- Strong programming skills in Python, R, MATLAB, or C++
- Deep knowledge of financial markets, particularly options and derivatives.
- Experience with machine learning, statistical modeling, and data visualization.
- Experience across Equity, Commodities, Foreign Exchange, or Interest Rates markets.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Millennium offers a total compensation package which includes a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits. The estimated base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $250,000, which is specific to New York City and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer, we take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.
About Millennium
Millennium is a global, diversified alternative investment firm, founded in 1989. Defined by evolution, innovation and focus, Millennium’s mission is to deliver results for our investors.
Our people are empowered with both independence and support: the autonomy to pursue ideas with conviction and the backing of a global network committed to collaboration, disciplined risk management and continuous learning. With opportunities to deepen expertise and accelerate development, talent at Millennium is equipped to adapt, evolve and build lasting impact over time. Discover how transformative growth accelerates impact.
Meet the Team
The Information Technology department is core to the health and growth of Millennium’s active, multi-manager business model, developing flexible, scalable technology and advanced proprietary systems that support next-generation analytical and trading capabilities.
The Volatility Alpha Development team is the core quantitative and strategy group supporting Millennium’s global volatility business. The team builds and maintains systematic options datasets, backtesting infrastructure, event volatility models, and live systematic volatility-fitting frameworks. Working at the intersection of quantitative research and real-world investment processes, the team supports Portfolio Managers across global volatility strategies.
What You'll Do
- Conduct quantitative research on market volatility, including volatility surface fitting, systematic options P&L dataset generation, event volatility analysis, alternative data research, AI-based hypothesis testing, and backtesting platform development.
- Research global systematic options markets, including single-stock versus index spreads and bespoke ETFs, to develop datasets and prototype strategies that support alpha-focused investment processes.
- Combine financial intuition with statistical learning techniques to develop predictive models for use in the investment process.
- Build robust quantitative research infrastructure and systematic datasets for global options and volatility markets.
- Partner with Senior Portfolio Managers to integrate Volatility Alpha Development datasets into investment strategies and risk-management workflows.
- Contribute to prototype alpha strategy development across the Volatility Alpha Development platform.
What You Bring
- Master’s degree or PhD in a quantitative STEM field, such as Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or Operations Research.
- At least three years of experience in investment management or a quantitative research environment.
- Strong programming skills in Python, R, MATLAB, or C++
- Deep knowledge of financial markets, particularly options and derivatives.
- Experience with machine learning, statistical modeling, and data visualization.
- Experience across Equity, Commodities, Foreign Exchange, or Interest Rates markets.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Millennium offers a total compensation package which includes a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits. The estimated base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $250,000, which is specific to New York City and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer, we take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quantitative technology director jobs.
- Advanced degree in computer science, mathematics, financial engineering, or a related quantitative field
- Extensive experience designing and leading quantitative technology platforms for trading, risk, or portfolio management
- Proficiency in Python, C++, or Java for high-performance quantitative computing environments
- Deep understanding of financial derivatives, factor models, or algorithmic execution strategies
- Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional engineering and research teams in a financial institution
- Experience working within model risk management frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements
Tips for Your Quantitative Technology Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to model governance
Quantitative technology director roles increasingly require demonstrated ownership of model validation frameworks, not just implementation. Reframe your experience to show how you've governed model risk across the full lifecycle, from development through production deployment and regulatory review.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quantitative technology director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight cross-functional leadership explicitly
Many candidates bury their collaboration with trading desks, risk committees, or compliance teams inside bullet points. Hiring managers for this role want to see you've led quant technology initiatives that required alignment across engineering, finance, and business stakeholders simultaneously.
Show ownership of production quant systems
Firms distinguishing senior contributors from directors look for evidence you've owned live systems, not just built them. Describe the scale, latency requirements, and failure modes of production environments you've been accountable for, even briefly.
Prepare a whiteboard architecture discussion
Late-stage interviews for quantitative technology director roles often include a system design or model infrastructure discussion with the CTO or Head of Quantitative Research. Practice walking through how you'd design a low-latency pricing engine or factor model pipeline from scratch, with tradeoffs explained.
Negotiate scope before negotiating compensation
At the director level, the team size, technology budget, and reporting structure you're offered often matter more than base pay for long-term career trajectory. Clarify these in the final interview stage so you can evaluate the full picture before any offer conversation.
Quantitative Technology Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quantitative technology directors?
The companies hiring the most quantitative technology directors right now include BlackRock, Point72, and MATERIAL, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Financial services firms and quantitative hedge funds consistently account for the majority of postings at this level.
How many quantitative technology director jobs are remote?
About 100% of quantitative technology director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on infrastructure and security requirements many firms attach to this level. Sub-areas with the most remote flexibility tend to be model development and analytics platform roles, while trading technology and production systems positions more often require on-site presence.
How do you become a quantitative technology director?
Most quantitative technology directors start in quantitative research, software engineering, or financial engineering roles at banks, asset managers, or trading firms, then move into technical lead or senior manager positions where they own systems end to end. Building credibility across both the technology and quantitative sides of the business is what separates candidates who reach director level. Demonstrated ownership of production quant systems, model governance processes, and cross-functional team leadership are the key milestones hiring committees look for.
Can I get hired as a quantitative technology director without prior director experience?
Yes, candidates promoted from senior quantitative engineer, vice president, or technical lead roles do get hired at the director level without a prior director title, particularly when they can show they've already been operating at that scope. The most effective approach is to document the size and criticality of systems you've owned, the teams you've led informally, and any exposure to regulatory or model risk processes, since those signals matter more than the title you held before applying.
What does the quantitative technology director interview process look like?
The process typically involves an initial screening with a recruiter or HR contact, followed by a technical interview focused on system design, quantitative methods, or programming proficiency, then a series of conversations with senior engineering leaders, quantitative researchers, and business stakeholders. Many firms include a case study or architecture exercise where you design a quant system from requirements. Final-round interviews often reach the CTO, Chief Risk Officer, or Head of Quantitative Research before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to quantitative technology director jobs?
You can find and apply to quantitative technology director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through multiple platforms or intermediaries.
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