Quantitative Researcher

Prestolabs

South Korea permanent

Posted: July 16, 2025

Required Skills

Job Description

About Presto
Founded in 2014, Presto is an algorithmic trading and financial services firm with a global presence. Presto focuses on delivering exceptional value for clients through a rigorous research-driven approach to investment and trade execution. With more than a 100 million trade executions in a day, Presto is a leading financial services firm in both digital assets and traditional finance markets.

As a Quantitative Researcher Trader at Presto
Our team is looking for an outstanding algorithmic trader who will make automatically tradable signals on creative ideas. To research trading signals, our traders use innovative technologies such as machine learning, deep learning and etc., to analyze various data, including low-level market microstructure data, news feed, fundamental data, analyst prediction and etc.
As a Quant Researcher in Presto Labs, you will analyze such data and turn your hypotheses and insights into real-world signals. You will work together with the world’s top-class quantitative engineers, developers, and traders of Presto Labs.

Responsibilities:
• Extract useful information from raw data
• Build money making signals from the extracted information
• Adopt innovative technologies to data analysis and to the research process
• Work together with traders to monetize the signals.
• Manage and upgrade signals based on market environmental changes

Qualification:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a leading university in a quantitative field including, but not limited to, Mathematics, Science, Engineering, Financial Engineering and etc.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python or in other programming languages
• Excellent analytic skills with relentlessness in finding gems out of the vast amounts of data
• Prior experience in finance is not required but one must possess an eagerness to learn about finance and global financial market
• Scientist-like mindset
• Strong proficiency in English
• Open to working abroad
*The Resume must be written in English

Preferred:
• Interest and personal participation in financial markets
• Excellent academic achievement
• Thoughtful, warm hearted, and collaborative
• Korean language skill in conversational level

Hiring process:
• Resume review
• Online coding and mathematics test
• 1st round interview
• 2nd round interview
* Depending on the circumstances, the interview process may change.

To see how Presto excels in Quant trading? Click here to explore our YouTube channel!

Why Apply Through MisuJob?

AI-Powered Job Matching: MisuJob uses advanced artificial intelligence to analyze your skills, experience, and career goals. Our matching algorithm compares your profile against thousands of job requirements to find positions where you have the highest chance of success. This saves you hours of manual job searching and ensures you only see relevant opportunities.

One-Click Applications: Once you create your profile, applying to jobs is effortless. Your resume and cover letter are automatically tailored to highlight the most relevant experience for each position. You can apply to multiple jobs in minutes, not hours.

Career Intelligence: Beyond job matching, MisuJob provides valuable career insights. See how your skills compare to market demands, identify skill gaps to address, and understand salary benchmarks for your experience level. Make data-driven decisions about your career path.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for this position?

Click the "Register to Apply" button above to create a free MisuJob account. Once registered, you can apply with one click and track your application status in your dashboard.

Is MisuJob free for job seekers?

Yes, MisuJob is completely free for job seekers. Create your profile, get matched with jobs, and apply without any cost. We help you find your dream job without any hidden fees.

How does AI matching work?

Our AI analyzes your resume, skills, and experience to understand your professional profile. It then compares this against job requirements using natural language processing to calculate a match percentage. Higher matches mean better fit for the role.

Can I apply to jobs in other countries?

Absolutely. MisuJob features jobs from companies worldwide, including remote positions. Filter by location or look for remote opportunities to find jobs that match your preferences.

Ready to Apply?

Join thousands of job seekers using MisuJob's AI to find and apply to their dream jobs automatically.