How to transition from an algorithmic trader responsible for execution to a quant with risk exposure

[Rayyyyyy]

I just graduated and have been working for a year or two in algorithmic trading execution research at a moderately well-known hedge fund. I feel it's hard to make a significant impact on the company and would like to transition to a type of quant role focused on alpha research or independent strategy formulation. How can I now take steps to better achieve this goal?

Any advice is welcome!