Secure elite quantitative development talent to architect, optimize, and maintain high-performance trading and analytical infrastructure. Ikon Search connects proprietary trading firms, hedge funds, and investment banks with rigorously vetted quant developers proficient in low-latency systems, mathematical modeling, and pricing engines. Leverage our deep industry networks and efficient search process to build your technical advantage.
Comprehensive talent acquisition solutions connecting financial firms with premier quantitative development, algorithmic engineering, and mathematical modeling talent.
Recruit specialized quantitative developers to architect, implement, and optimize mission-critical trading, risk, pricing, and mathematical modeling systems tailored for complex financial institutions and high-volume trading desks.
Secure elite algorithmic trading developers who build, backtest, and refine automated execution strategies, low-latency market gateways, and robust algorithmic trading architecture.
Identify skilled quantitative analysts equipped with deep technical acumen and mathematical expertise to formulate predictive models, analyze complex market data, and assess enterprise risk.
Place specialized portfolio and risk analytics professionals capable of evaluating complex portfolio performance, constructing stress-testing frameworks, and enabling data-driven risk decisions.
Hire advanced machine learning engineers who develop, deploy, and scale production-ready predictive models, intelligent trading pipelines, and robust data-driven automation systems.
Engage experienced data engineers to construct, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines and high-throughput infrastructure supporting continuous quantitative research and operations.
We consult directly with your engineering leads to map exact stack requirements, modeling environments, language proficiencies, and cultural expectations, establishing a focused search profile for your specific quant developer mandate.
Trusted by leading financial institutions, market makers, and trading firms nationwide to secure mission-critical technical talent.
"We are thrilled with the exceptional executive assistant placement we received through Ikon Search. The candidate they recommended for our private equity firm has exceeded all expectations. In a fast-paced, high-pressure environment like private equity, finding someone who can not only support our senior leadership team but also anticipate needs..."
"Ikon was instrumental in building out my marketing team, from senior executive to associate. A truly full service staffing partner."
"This client had just lost a long tenured Managing Director and needed help filling this role quickly. Ikon was able to go to market right away and tap into off-market talent who fit the mold of this firm. We placed a new Managing Director in record time to lead a..."
"We are thrilled with the exceptional executive assistant placement we received through Ikon Search. The candidate they recommended for our private equity firm has exceeded all expectations. In a fast-paced, high-pressure environment like private equity, finding someone who can not only support our senior leadership team but also anticipate needs..."
"Ikon was instrumental in building out my marketing team, from senior executive to associate. A truly full service staffing partner."
"This client had just lost a long tenured Managing Director and needed help filling this role quickly. Ikon was able to go to market right away and tap into off-market talent who fit the mold of this firm. We placed a new Managing Director in record time to lead a..."
"We are thrilled with the exceptional executive assistant placement we received through Ikon Search. The candidate they recommended for our private equity firm has exceeded all expectations. In a fast-paced, high-pressure environment like private equity, finding someone who can not only support our senior leadership team but also anticipate needs..."
"Ikon was instrumental in building out my marketing team, from senior executive to associate. A truly full service staffing partner."
"This client had just lost a long tenured Managing Director and needed help filling this role quickly. Ikon was able to go to market right away and tap into off-market talent who fit the mold of this firm. We placed a new Managing Director in record time to lead a..."
We deliver high-impact quantitative engineering talent through deep industry expertise and efficient search execution.
Our search practice is backed by founders with over 25 years of executive search experience.
We typically present qualified, thoroughly vetted candidate shortlists within two to three days.
Every engineer is evaluated through technical assessments, structured interviews, and detailed reference checks.
Choose from retained search, full-time permanent direct hire, contract staffing, or temp-to-hire models.
Specialized executive recruiters dedicated to building world-class financial technology teams.
Head of Contract Services
Kristin Lutz serves as Head of Contract Services at Ikon Search, the boutique staffing firm she helped establish in 2021. With deep expertise in contract and contingent workforce solutions, Kristin brings a client-first approach to every engagement, investing time upfront to thoroughly understand each organization's culture, values, and long-term hiring goals. Her extensive background in executive search and staffing enables her to connect businesses across financial services, technology, insurance, and marketing with exceptional professionals efficiently and accurately. Kristin is committed to delivering clean, quality-driven candidate pipelines and building lasting partnerships that support sustainable growth for clients ranging from growing startups to established corporations and PE-backed portfolio companies.
Head of Insurance
Connor Brown is the Head of Insurance at Ikon Search, leading the firm's specialized Insurance, Risk & Compliance recruiting division. With a focused expertise in the insurance sector, Connor works closely with carriers, brokerages, MGAs, reinsurers, and TPAs to identify and place top-tier talent across a wide range of roles. He leverages deep industry knowledge, broad professional networks, and Ikon Search's cutting-edge recruitment technology to present highly qualified candidates typically within two to three days. Connor takes pride in building genuine relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring every placement aligns with the organization's operational needs, culture, and long-term strategic objectives.
Managing Partner
Adam Levy is a key team member at Ikon Search, the boutique staffing firm founded in 2021 with a mission to deliver tailored talent solutions across select industries. Adam contributes to the firm's commitment to pairing rigorous candidate vetting with a deep understanding of client needs, helping businesses across financial services, technology, insurance, and marketing find exceptional professionals. He embraces Ikon Search's core values of tailored focus, market speed, and data quality, working diligently to build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and candidates. Adam's collaborative approach supports the firm's ability to handle diverse hiring engagements, from full-time permanent placements to contract and temp-to-hire arrangements.
Our recruitment practice covers quantitative developers, algorithmic trading engineers, quantitative analysts, portfolio and risk analytics specialists, machine learning engineers, and financial data engineers. We source candidates across all seniority levels, from mid-level engineers building execution gateways to senior systems architects designing end-to-end pricing and risk modeling infrastructure.
Speak with our specialized recruitment leaders to outline your technical specifications and timelines.
Founded by partners with over 25 years industry experience.
Rigorous technical screening and validated reference checks.
Delivering qualified candidate shortlists within two to three days.
Submit your hiring requirements or schedule a consultation with our recruitment practice to receive qualified quant developer shortlists.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 347 332 9668. You can also send us a quick email at KristinL@ikonsearch.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 347 332 9668. You can also send us a quick email at KristinL@ikonsearch.com.