The D. E. Shaw Group · 1 month ago
Machine Learning Researcher
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$250K/yr - $350K/yrThe D. E. Shaw Group is seeking a machine learning researcher to apply their expertise in ML and software engineering for high-performance knowledge discovery in financial data. The role involves prototyping and implementing ML techniques, addressing complex engineering challenges, and collaborating with researchers to enhance the firm's ML capabilities.
Financial ServicesReal EstateVenture CapitalWind Energy
Responsibilities
Rapidly prototype, implement, and evaluate state-of-the-art machine learning techniques
Drive the computational agenda for ongoing and future ML projects
Tackle complex engineering problems across software and hardware layers, setting technical direction and anticipating architectural needs
Deploy ML models into real-world systems where they have direct, measurable impact on decision-making and trading
Create compelling proof-of-concept systems, demonstrate them internally, and collaborate with others for development
Partner with researchers to design and implement efficient training workflows, enabling rapid experimentation with deep learning models
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher is required
Proven track record of collaborating with researchers to translate ML ideas into high-performance solutions
Experience driving computational and architectural innovation by rapidly prototyping and demonstrating novel ML ideas within a high-performance environment
Interest in staying current with ML research and swift application of new techniques
Expertise in performance optimization, low-level engineering, GPU programming and libraries (e.g., Pytorch, JAX, CUDA, XLA, Triton, or PTX)
Demonstrated ability to quickly solve complex computational problems, create inspiring technical demos, and transition work to broader teams
Proactive approach in driving agendas and anticipating engineering bottlenecks in large systems
Proficiency in modern ML frameworks, facility with deep learning tooling, and a solid understanding of hardware and architectural challenges
Benefits
Substantial variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus
Guaranteed in the first year of hire
A sign-on bonus
Medical and prescription drug coverage
401(k) contribution matching
Wellness reimbursement
Family building benefits
A charitable gift match program
Company
The D. E. Shaw Group
The D. E. Shaw group is trusted by investors across the world to manage their assets by seeking the optimal balance of risk and reward.
Founded in 1988
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Ingleside Investors
2013-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Adria Schulman-Eyink
Co-Head of Finance, Investments Team, D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments
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Anne Dinning
Executive Committee of Hedge Fund Manager
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