Quantitative Rates Researcher - Remote at YO AI Labs
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Role Title: Quantitative Rates Researcher Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote We are seeking experienced Quantitative Rates Researchers to evaluate AI-generated research and trading strategies for fixed-income markets. Candidates will assess methodological soundness, backtesting accuracy, and real-world trading applicability. Key
Review AI-generated quantitative research and rates trading strategies.
Identify issues such as lookahead bias, overfitting, data snooping, and unrealistic transaction cost assumptions.
Evaluate backtesting frameworks, including carry/roll-down analytics and contract roll conventions.
Assess signal construction, factor modeling, statistical rigor, and alpha research.
Provide detailed feedback on model assumptions, implementation, and research quality.
Collaborate with project teams to improve research evaluation processes.
Required Qualifications
Experience in quantitative research, analysis, or consulting focused on fixed-income or rates markets.
Hands-on experience building and backtesting systematic rates strategies.
Advanced proficiency in Python (pandas, NumPy, SciPy) or R.
Strong knowledge of yield curve modeling, carry/roll-down, relative value trading, SOFR/Eurodollar instruments, and Treasury futures.
Understanding of transaction costs, liquidity constraints, and model validation.
Excellent analytical, written, and collaborative communication skills.
Preferred: Experience reviewing quantitative models and ensuring compliance with best practices in quantitative finance. Originally posted on Himalayas