The Voleon Group · 1 day ago
Senior Member of Research Staff
Berkeley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$275K/yr - $300K/yr
5+ years expThe Voleon Group is a technology company that applies AI and machine learning techniques to finance. As a Senior Member of Research Staff, you will lead projects on financial market prediction and portfolio optimization, applying modern statistical machine learning to real-world challenges.
Financial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Demonstrate strategic vision and perspective to oversee work that affects one or more complex systems and mission-critical areas
Complete large scope, highly complex projects resulting in noteworthy improvements to product performance and risk management
Develop a rich understanding of Voleon’s domain and methodologies
Prepare and analyze new datasets to assess their predictive efficacy
Develop, validate, and implement new models into production
Design and conduct experiments to improve simulations and evaluate the success of new models in a live environment
Build collaborative relationships cross-functionally and with key contacts outside own area of expertise, with the potential to serve as an external spokesperson for the organization
Communicate and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders at each stage, facilitating meaningful discussions around complex issues and driving progress towards tangible outcomes
Mentor other researchers and provide technical guidance, coaching, and feedback
Keep up to date on the latest academic research to identify novel approaches to explore for application to our domain
Contribute to Voleon's efforts to recruit exceptional talent
Qualification
Required
5-10+ years of related experience directing key research projects and mentoring colleagues
Capability to run multiple projects simultaneously, exercising judgment in the methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for determining results
Ability to make well-reasoned design decisions, identifying and proactively potential issues, tradeoffs, risks, and the appropriate level of abstraction
Proven success solving large-scale computing problems
Expertise in modern statistical methods and machine learning with a track record as an applied researcher
Evidence of strong mathematical abilities
Strong skills in software development techniques and production level coding (Python and/or R preferred)
Effective at communicating complex technical issues simply and transparently, including writing insightful documentation
Ability to influence without requiring formal authority, with a proven track record of influence beyond your team
Interest in financial applications is essential, but prior finance industry experience is not a prerequisite
Ph.D. level coursework is required
Preferred
Ph.D. degree in a relevant field
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and AD&D insurance
20 days of paid time off
Nine sick days
401(k) plan with a company match
Company
The Voleon Group
The Voleon Group is a family of companies committed to the development & deployment of cutting-edge technologies in investment management.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jon McAuliffe
Chief Investment Officer and Co-founder
Prem Gopalan
Chief Technology Officer
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