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About Whistler Trading Whistler Trading is a systematic proprietary trading firm founded by industry leaders who previously built some of the most successful businesses in quantitative finance and high-frequency trading. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing A-team with incredible talent density, a meritocratic culture, no politics, and a razor-sharp focus on outcomes. The Role We’re seeking an exceptional Quantitative Researcher with experience in High-Frequency Trading (HFT). The ideal candidate is among the best in their field, highly ambitious, and a proven problem-solver with excellent judgment. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with world-class peers, grow your role significantly over time, and build a rewarding long-term career in systematic trading. What You’ll Do Conduct cutting-edge alpha and strategy research using state-of-the-art ML and statistical modeling techniquesGenerate innovative alpha ideas and explore new datasets in a collaborative environment Optimize portfolios and analyze trading performance Collaborate with top-tier researchers and engineers, contributing to a high-performing team Push research to production with immediate feedback on performance Become a core contributor to our trading strategies and research platform Qualifications 2+ years of experience in quantitative research within HFT Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Applied Math, or related field (PhD a plus) Proven research track record demonstrating innovation in your field Experience in machine learning or statistical modeling is a strong plus Proficiency in Python, Rust, C++, or other modern programming languages Strong problem-solving skills and a relentless drive to succeed Passion for continuous learning and growth Collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a high-performance team Why Whistler? Work with the best in the industry No politics, just performance Rapid feedback loops, real impact Long-term opportunity with significant growth potential