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Quantitative trader roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making them eligible for employer visa sponsorship. Firms in algorithmic trading, hedge funds, and proprietary trading regularly file Labor Condition Applications for quants with degrees in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or financial engineering.
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Location: New York, NY
Overview
Deutsche Bank New York Branch seeks a Quantitative Trader in New York, NY to develop innovations in quantitative trading, including opportunities for automation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires a Master’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, or related field or equivalent
- Two (2) years of experience managing and running electronic trading strategies across asset classes, including pricing, execution, liquidity management, inventory management, position management, and real-time risk management in fast-moving market environments
- Developing, designing, validating, back-testing, and implementing electronic trading strategies using database languages including KDB/SQL, Python for systematic trading, and trading analytics workflows
- Performing advanced statistical analysis and modelling including performance attribution, market impact analysis, transaction cost analysis (TCA), financial modelling, and quantitative risk management
- Applying advanced mathematical and quantitative methods, including probability theory, and optimization techniques, to analyze, develop, and validate pricing models across asset classes
- Collaborating cross-functionally with traders, quantitative researchers, sales, and technology teams to design and enhance electronic trading infrastructure, including automation, execution optimization, liquidity distribution, and data-driven trading decision frameworks across electronic trading platforms
COMPENSATION
- Salary range: $150,000.00 – $170,000.00/year
- This position is eligible for Deutsche Bank's Employee Referral Incentive Program
Deutsche Bank Benefits
At Deutsche Bank, we recognize that our benefit programs have a profound impact on our colleagues. That’s why we are focused on providing benefits and perks that enable our colleagues to live authentically and be their whole selves, at every stage of life. We provide access to physical, emotional, and financial wellness benefits that allow our colleagues to stay financially secure and strike balance between work and home.
We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Click these links to view "Deutsche Bank’s Equal Opportunity Policy Statement" and the following notices: "EEOC Know Your Rights"; "Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act"; and "Employee Polygraph Protection Act".
Job Title: Quantitative Trader
Location: New York, NY
Overview
Deutsche Bank New York Branch seeks a Quantitative Trader in New York, NY to develop innovations in quantitative trading, including opportunities for automation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires a Master’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, or related field or equivalent
- Two (2) years of experience managing and running electronic trading strategies across asset classes, including pricing, execution, liquidity management, inventory management, position management, and real-time risk management in fast-moving market environments
- Developing, designing, validating, back-testing, and implementing electronic trading strategies using database languages including KDB/SQL, Python for systematic trading, and trading analytics workflows
- Performing advanced statistical analysis and modelling including performance attribution, market impact analysis, transaction cost analysis (TCA), financial modelling, and quantitative risk management
- Applying advanced mathematical and quantitative methods, including probability theory, and optimization techniques, to analyze, develop, and validate pricing models across asset classes
- Collaborating cross-functionally with traders, quantitative researchers, sales, and technology teams to design and enhance electronic trading infrastructure, including automation, execution optimization, liquidity distribution, and data-driven trading decision frameworks across electronic trading platforms
COMPENSATION
- Salary range: $150,000.00 – $170,000.00/year
- This position is eligible for Deutsche Bank's Employee Referral Incentive Program
Deutsche Bank Benefits
At Deutsche Bank, we recognize that our benefit programs have a profound impact on our colleagues. That’s why we are focused on providing benefits and perks that enable our colleagues to live authentically and be their whole selves, at every stage of life. We provide access to physical, emotional, and financial wellness benefits that allow our colleagues to stay financially secure and strike balance between work and home.
We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Click these links to view "Deutsche Bank’s Equal Opportunity Policy Statement" and the following notices: "EEOC Know Your Rights"; "Employee Rights and Responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act"; and "Employee Polygraph Protection Act".
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Quantitative Trader Jobs
Frame your degree field precisely
Specialty occupation approval hinges on a direct link between your degree and the role. A mathematics or financial engineering degree maps cleanly to quantitative trading, while a general business degree often triggers a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Target prop firms and quant hedge funds
Proprietary trading firms and quant-focused hedge funds file LCAs for quantitative roles far more consistently than retail or commercial banks. Prioritize employers with documented LCA filing history in quantitative research or algorithmic trading job titles.
Search verified sponsor history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to browse quantitative trader roles at employers with confirmed LCA sponsorship history, so you're applying to firms already familiar with the H-1B process rather than educating a new employer mid-offer.
Check prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Run your offer location and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any number. Quantitative trader LCAs must meet DOL prevailing wage levels, and an offer below Level III or IV at major financial hubs can stall or sink the filing.
Clarify your OPT or CPT end date early
If you're on F-1 OPT when you receive an offer, give your employer your exact authorization end date immediately. H-1B cap-gap protection only applies if your petition is filed while your OPT EAD is still valid, so timing the I-129 filing matters.
Prepare trading strategy documentation for RFEs
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence questioning whether quantitative trading constitutes a specialty occupation. Having documented proof of your modeling work, programming languages used, and academic credentials ready reduces response time significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does quantitative trading qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Quantitative trading typically qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, financial engineering, or a directly related field. Employers must demonstrate this degree requirement in the LCA and I-129 petition. Firms with strong quant desks routinely obtain USCIS approval for these roles.
Which visa types are available to foreign quantitative traders working in the U.S.?
H-1B is the most common path for quantitative traders and covers nationals of any country. Australians can use the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a cap that has never been exhausted. Chileans and Singaporeans may qualify for the H-1B1 visa. All three require employer sponsorship, an LCA filed with DOL, and a job offer meeting the specialty occupation definition.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor quantitative trader visa applications?
Migrate Mate lists quantitative trader roles at employers with verified LCA sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on firms that have already committed to sponsoring foreign workers in this role type rather than approaching cold.
Is a master's or PhD required, or will a bachelor's degree support a quantitative trader visa petition?
A bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as mathematics, statistics, or financial engineering is sufficient for the specialty occupation standard under USCIS rules. However, many quant roles in practice require advanced degrees due to competition, and some employers specifically request a master's or PhD in job descriptions, which can strengthen the petition against an RFE.
What happens to my work authorization if I'm on OPT and the H-1B cap selection doesn't go my way?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your OPT EAD expires and the annual cap and selection process applies, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. If you're not selected, you'll need to explore alternatives such as the E-3 if you're Australian, an employer-sponsored O-1A if you have exceptional research credentials, or a new OPT period through a different degree program.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Quantitative Trader jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.