Staff Quantitative Researcher

Responsibilities

• Shape the technical vision and roadmap for the algorithmic trading stack, driving alignment on methodology and system design.
• Research, develop, and productize alpha-generating strategies for real-time European energy markets using ML and optimization.
• Enhance backtesting, simulation, and P&L attribution capabilities with rigorous overfitting controls and automated testing.
• Mentor data scientists through design and code reviews to foster technical excellence and engineering rigor.
• Own the end-to-end delivery of complex, ambiguous projects from initial research to production.

Requirements

• 7+ years of industry experience in quantitative research or applied data science, specifically developing live trading algorithms.
• Proven track record of P&L contribution from researched and shipped strategies.
• Deep understanding of trading mechanics, including price formation, market microstructure, execution, and risk.
• Strong expertise in time series modelling, non-stationarity, and disciplined backtesting practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and software engineering practices (CI/CD, testing, modular design).
• University degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• C1 level English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience trading battery storage or flexibility assets in European power markets.
• Experience combining machine learning with mathematical optimization (LP, MILP, stochastic) in production systems.
• Experience with financial derivatives, market making, or HFT systems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including salary and growth potential.
• Annual professional development budget of €3,000.
• Health and sport subsidy for facility memberships.
• Public transportation and digital meal voucher allowances.
• Choice of MacBook or Windows laptop and an ergonomic workspace.
• Regular team events, knowledge sessions, and company offsites.

About the Company

Entrix is a leading energy trader and market leader in the commercialization of flexible energy systems in Europe. We use artificial intelligence to optimize battery storage assets, helping customers navigate the energy transition. With over 2.3 GW under contract, we operate across Germany, Poland, Italy, Spain, and Portugal.