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Two Sigma · 1 day ago

Quantitative Researcher - Experienced Hire

New York, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$165K/yr - $325K/yr

Two Sigma is a financial sciences company that combines data analysis and rigorous inquiry to tackle challenges in investment management and securities. They are seeking a quantitative researcher to develop sophisticated investment models and apply statistical techniques to analyze market behaviors.

Big DataMachine LearningSoftware

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Use a rigorous scientific method to develop sophisticated investment models and shape our insights into how the markets will behave

Apply quantitative techniques like machine learning to a vast array of datasets

Create and test complex investment ideas and partner with our engineers to test your theories

Join our reading circles to stay up to date on the latest research papers in your fields

Attend academic seminars to learn from thought leaders from top universities

Share insights from conferences focused on statistics, machine learning, and data science

Qualification

Statistical techniquesData analysisMachine learningProgramming languagesResearch project experienceIndependent thinkingCreative problem solvingCommunication skills

Required

Degree in a technical or quantitative disciplines, like statistics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science (all levels welcome, from bachelor's to doctorate)

Intermediate skills in at least one programming language (like C, C++, Java, or Python)

Experience performing an in-depth research project, examining real-world data

Ability to think independently and creatively approach data analysis and communicate complex ideas clearly

Benefits

Fully paid medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and dependents

Competitive 401k match

Employer-paid life & disability insurance

Onsite gyms with laundry service

Wellness activities

Casual dress

Snacks

Game rooms

Tuition reimbursement

Conference and training sponsorship

Generous vacation and unlimited sick days

Competitive paid caregiver leaves

Flexible in-office days with budget for home office setup

Company

Two Sigma

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Two Sigma's technology-driven team streamlines the use of machine learning, distributed computing and research to guide its endeavors.

Founded in 2001

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.twosigma.com/

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