Equity Quant Researcher

Acuity Analytics is a global, tech-first organisation helping financial institutions and corporates make better decisions through research, data, analytics and AI-enabled solutions. We combine deep financial services expertise with strong engineering, digital and AI capabilities to solve complex, real-world problems.

With a team of 7,200+ analysts, data specialists and technologists across 28 locations, we work with more than 800 organisations worldwide to drive efficiency, unlock insight and deliver measurable impact. Our success is built on the strength of our people—by investing in talent, encouraging collaboration and creating room to grow, we enable our teams to do their best work for clients.

Acuity became an independent business in 2019 following its acquisition from Moody’s Corporation by Equistone Partners Europe. In 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake, with Equistone remaining a minority investor—supporting our continued growth and innovation.

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Basic information

Position Title Quantitative Researcher

Experience Level 3-6 Years

Department IORS

Location Pune / Bangalore / Gurgaon

Organizational relationships

Position reports to Associate Director/ Director

Key responsibilities

The key responsibilities will include developing and maintaining an R-based factor back-testing module, designing and implementing quantitative factor models, and conducting back-tests to evaluate investment strategies and performance. The role will involve applying commercial modeling techniques, analyzing data, validating model outputs, and identifying opportunities for improvement. The individual will be expected to work independently, troubleshoot technical issues, and deliver high-quality results with minimal supervision. They will also support the team’s potential future transition from R to Python and help mentor junior analysts by sharing best practices and technical knowledge.

Key competencies

• Strong hands-on experience with R programming, particularly for quantitative finance and statistical modeling.
• Proven experience developing and implementing factor-based investment models.
• Expertise in factor back-testing, including strategy construction, performance analysis, and model validation.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, investment strategies, and quantitative research methodologies.
• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot issues, and deliver solutions with minimal training or supervision.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills, with high attention to detail.
• Degree in a quantitative field from a top-tier university
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and with a team
• Strong communications skills both oral and written

Acuity Analytics has earned several prestigious industry recognitions, including Great Place to Work® certifications in India and Costa Rica, AVTAR Best Companies for Women in India, the AVTAR Most Inclusive Companies Index, and Silver accreditation in the Workplace Equality Index. These accolades reflect our commitment to building an inclusive, supportive and high-performance workplace for our people. Learn more here.

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