• Degree (BEng, MSc and PhD) from a top university in a field, such as: Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical engineering or equivalent
• High GPA and academic grades
• Research mentality: deep thinker, creative, strong work ethic, persevering, smart & a self-starter
• Programming skills – C++ and Python predominantly, but newer skills welcomed too
• Strong interest in learning about worldwide financial markets
• Strong communication skills in English – including both written and verbal

• While not required, a strong interest in financial markets will definitely be beneficial. Prior experience in quant research will count as a big plus
• Strong record of research achievement – examples include scientific publications, conference presentations, grants or industry awards

The Role: Research is at the core of WorldQuant. Through rigorous exploration and unconstrained thinking about how to apply data to the financial markets, our researchers are in constant search of new alphas. Researchers at WorldQuant employ tested processes seeking to identify high-quality predictive signals that we believe are undiscovered by the wider market. These signals are mathematical expressions of data that are used as inputs in our quantitative models.

WorldQuant is seeking an exceptional individual to join the firm as a Quantitative Researcher focusing on Quant Macro signals research. The person must have a strong understanding of the investment research process to create computer-based models that seek to predict movements of global financial markets, specialized in futures contracts or Macro asset classes – Commodities, FX, Interest Rates, or Equity Indices. While prior finance experience is not required, a successful candidate must possess a strong interest in learning about finance and global markets. Candidates will have a research scientist mind-set; be a self-starter, a creative and persevering deep thinker who is motivated by unsolved challenges.

What You’ll Bring:

• Degree (BEng, MSc and PhD) from a top university in a field, such as: Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical engineering, Financial Engineering that is highly analytical or equivalent
• Expertise in the typical quantitative research toolkit: data processing, modeling, and visualization in python, R, or C++
• Experience with futures contracts or Macro asset classes – Commodities, FX, Interest Rates, or Equity Indices–is not required, but is a significant plus.
• High GPA and academic grades
• Research mentality: deep thinker, creative, strong work ethic, persevering, smart & a self-starter
• Strong interest in learning about worldwide financial markets
• Strong communication skills in English

• Strong record of research achievement – examples include scientific publications, conference presentations, grants or industry awards

Company Introduction

We are one of the fastest growing, most innovative companies in the world. Powered by an outstanding end-to-end e-commerce and logistics network, we are the 5th largest US tech IPO of all time with a fanatical culture of customer centricity, and a track record of world leading innovation.

Coupang has broken traditional e-commerce tradeoffs, bringing customers lightning-fast delivery on millions of items at the lowest prices. With offices around the world including the US, China and Korea, Coupang is where talented entrepreneurs can seize new opportunities and take the initiative.

The Role overview : 

The Sr. UX Researcher will be a core member of the Taiwan UX leadership team, responsible for managing the research required to conceive and deliver a best-in-class customer experience. S/he will be expected to plan innovative research programs and employ the latest research methodologies to analyze customer behavior to derive actionable insights for product innovation.

What you'll do :

• Develop and own the overall qual/quan research strategy and roadmap.

• Employ the latest research methodologies to improve research quality and reliability.

• Help shape the future state of products/categories by driving product decisions through the provision of actionable insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams (UX, Product, Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Fulfillments).

Basic Qualifications :

• Over 5 years of experience employing qualitative and quantitative research methodologies within a consumer-orientated business model; background in UX Research, Market Research, Consumer Analysis, Usability Testing, Strategic Analysis, etc. or experience/skill set that will match the qualification.

• Closely partner with the Design and Product owners to develop strategy and rationale for features.

• Collaborate with diverse teams in a dynamic, rapid growth environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Ability to conduct efficient research planning within a fast-paced, agile environment where resources and time must be prioritized effectively.

• Domain knowledge of the e-commerce and/or food delivery sectors or understanding of the complexities of a marketplace/consumer platform model is a plus.

• Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Psychology, HCI, Computer Science, Ethnography or equivalent practical experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Company Introduction

We are one of the fastest growing, most innovative companies in the world. Powered by an outstanding end-to-end e-commerce and logistics network, we are the 5th largest US tech IPO of all time with a fanatical culture of customer centricity, and a track record of world leading innovation.

Coupang has broken traditional e-commerce tradeoffs, bringing customers lightning-fast delivery on millions of items at the lowest prices. With offices around the world including the US, China and Korea, Coupang is where talented entrepreneurs can seize new opportunities and take the initiative.

The Role overview : 

The Sr. UX Researcher will be a core member of the Taiwan UX leadership team, responsible for managing the research required to conceive and deliver a best-in-class customer experience. S/he will be expected to plan innovative research programs and employ the latest research methodologies to analyze customer behavior to derive actionable insights for product innovation.

What you'll do :

• Develop and own the overall qual/quan research strategy and roadmap.

• Employ the latest research methodologies to improve research quality and reliability.

• Help shape the future state of products/categories by driving product decisions through the provision of actionable insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams (UX, Product, Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Fulfillments).

Basic Qualifications :

• Over 5 years of experience employing qualitative and quantitative research methodologies within a consumer-orientated business model; background in UX Research, Market Research, Consumer Analysis, Usability Testing, Strategic Analysis, etc. or experience/skill set that will match the qualification.

• Closely partner with the Design and Product owners to develop strategy and rationale for features.

• Collaborate with diverse teams in a dynamic, rapid growth environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Ability to conduct efficient research planning within a fast-paced, agile environment where resources and time must be prioritized effectively.

• Domain knowledge of the e-commerce and/or food delivery sectors or understanding of the complexities of a marketplace/consumer platform model is a plus.

• Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Psychology, HCI, Computer Science, Ethnography or equivalent practical experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

At Optiver, we continuously refine how we price, execute, and manage risk. The discipline and rigour we apply to these problems form a key part of our competitive edge. As we expand and strengthen our presence in Asian markets, we are looking for an experienced Options Trader to join our Taiwan-focused trading team.
You will play a key role in trading Taiwan index and equity options (e.g. TXO), working in a highly collaborative environment with access to best-in-class systems, deep liquidity, and a progressive risk appetite. Alongside trading, you will contribute to improving our strategies, execution quality, and system robustness in a fast-paced, automated trading environment.

What you’ll do:

• Actively trade Taiwan index and equity options, managing positions and risk in real time
• Analyse market flows, volatility dynamics, and microstructure to identify and capture trading opportunities
• Continuously refine pricing, execution, and risk management approaches to improve trading performance
• Conduct post-trade analysis to evaluate decisions, optimise strategies, and drive systematic improvements
• Contribute to the development of tools, monitoring, and processes that enhance trading stability and scalability
• Maintain clear and timely communication with internal stakeholders including but not limited to researcher, risks and developers during live trading and high-pressure situations

Who you are:

• Proven experience as an Equity or Index Options Trader, with exposure to Taiwan markets (e.g. TXO) or similar equity derivatives
• Strong track record of trading performance and disciplined risk management
• Deep understanding of options theory, volatility, and market microstructure
• Comfortable trading both systematically and with discretion when required
• Decisive under pressure, with the ability to quickly diagnose and act on trading problems
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying improvements
• Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Passionate about markets, with a continuous drive to learn and improve

Desirable:

• Experience working with or alongside automated/high-frequency trading systems
• Familiarity with exchange rules, market structure, and participant behaviour in Taiwan markets
• Coding skills (Python, R, or similar) and ability to analyse large datasets
• Exposure to multiple asset classes beyond equities

What you'll get:

You’ll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, where you’ll be surrounded by curious thinkers and problem solvers. Driven by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, working collectively to tackle some of the most complex problems in the financial markets.

In return for your expertise, you will have access to a range of Optiver perks, including:

• A performance-based bonus structure unmatched anywhere in the industry. We combine our profits across desks, teams and offices into a global profit pool, fostering a truly collaborative environment.
• The chance to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers in a rewarding environment.
• Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.
• Daily breakfast, lunch and snacks.
• Gym subsidy and weekly in-house chair massages.
• Regular social events, including a company trip every two years.

Diversity statement

Optiver is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process.

Questions? Get in touch with the recruitment team at careers@optiver.com.au

About Us

AIFT is at the forefront of AI safety and security, developing cutting-edge solutions, Vulcan Attack (automated vulnerability assessment/red teaming) and Vulcan Protect (real-time monitoring), to ensure AI systems are robust, trustworthy, and aligned with societal needs.

Our Product

Vulcan is a cybersecurity solution specifically designed for GenAI, offering two core services: Red Team (vulnerability assessment) and Blue Team (real-time defense). It ensures GenAI compliance, cybersecurity robustness, and operational integrity. 

Since its official launch in 2024, Vulcan has been recognized by the international standard-setting organization OWASP as a certified vendor for LLM & GenAI security testing and assessment. It is one of the few solutions capable of supporting multiple Asian languages (Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai) and Standard Arabic. 

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled GenAI Security Researcher to join our team. You will conduct applied and theoretical research into AI vulnerabilities, attack/defense methods, and security/safety benchmarking. Your work will directly shape our AI safety products, contribute to research communities, and influence industry standards and regulations.

What You'll Do

• Research: Investigate adversarial attacks, data poisoning, prompt injection, jailbreaks, and other AI system vulnerabilities in multi-modalities (e.g., text, image, video, and audio). Design and evaluate mitigation strategies, including fine-tuning, guardrails, content filtering, and robust model architectures.
• Benchmarking: Develop and maintain AI security evaluation frameworks, datasets, and performance metrics.
• Collaboration: Partner with product and partnership teams to integrate the findings into our AI security solutions.
• Dissemination: Publish findings in top-tier conferences and journals, present at industry events, and contribute to open-source initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Research skills: Advanced degree (e.g., MSc/PhD) with strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to translate research into practical solutions.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of relevant techniques, such as generative AI, security & privacy, computer vision, signal processing, and human-computer interaction.
• Communication skills: Clearly explain complex concepts in layman's terms.
• Proficiency in English: Write and read documents, communicate with team members in English.
• Teamwork: Work closely with our members to deliver value.
• Agility: Adapt quickly to changing research priorities and emerging AI security threats.
• Coding skills: Proficiency in Python and experience with experimentation.

Nice to Have

• Publication record in top-tier journals and conferences in AI, security & privacy, computer vision, signal processing, and human-computer interaction.
• Experience with white-hat hacking and security tools.
• Familiarity with industry frameworks, such as OWASP Top 10 LLM, MITRE ATT&CK, and security standards.
• Proficiency in multiple languages.

Why Join Us

• Solve high-impact AI security challenges shaping the future of trustworthy AI.
• Collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers in a mission-driven environment.
• Competitive compensation, flexible working arrangements, and professional growth opportunities.

How to Apply

• Submit your English CV containing education and work experience with a publication list (underline your name in the author list).