Python Data Scientist (Quantitative Finance)

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Python Data Scientist to join our dynamic team with a minimum of 4 years of work experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in quantitative finance, with a focus on FX or cryptocurrency trading. This position requires a strong foundation in Python programming and linear models, as well as proven experience in data mining.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with quantitative researchers to develop, tune, and refine trading models, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
• Apply expertise in quantitative finance to analyse complex data sets and extract meaningful insights that can directly impact trading strategies.
• Utilise Python to implement and maintain robust data analysis tools and algorithms.
• Conduct extensive data mining to identify new trading opportunities and trends in the FX and cryptocurrency markets.
• Develop and test linear and non-linear modelling techniques to improve predictive accuracy and model performance.
• Prepare detailed analytics reports and communicate findings to stakeholders and team members to support data-driven decision-making.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Data Scientist with a strong background in Python programming.
• Advanced knowledge in quantitative finance, particularly in FX or crypto trading.
• Proficiency in linear models and their application in financial modelling.
• Demonstrated experience in data mining and handling large, complex datasets.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with quantitative researchers and other team members.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• This will be a remote position initially and then the candidate will be relocated to Dubai, UAE. Must be willing to relocate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with additional programming languages or analytical tools is a plus.

• Collaborate with quantitative researchers to develop, tune, and refine trading models, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
• Apply expertise in quantitative finance to analyse complex data sets and extract meaningful insights that can directly impact trading strategies.
• Utilise Python to implement and maintain robust data analysis tools and algorithms.
• Conduct extensive data mining to identify new trading opportunities and trends in the FX and cryptocurrency markets.
• Develop and test linear and non-linear modelling techniques to improve predictive accuracy and model performance.
• Prepare detailed analytics reports and communicate findings to stakeholders and team members to support data-driven decision-making