Voleon

Senior Member of Research Staff

Berkeley, CA · Staff+

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 96 days ago

PythonMachine LearningResearchMentoring

About the role

Voleon is a technology company that applies state-of-the-art AI and machine learning techniques to real-world problems in finance.
We have become a multibillion-dollar asset manager, and we have ambitious goals for the future.
Your colleagues will include internationally recognized experts in artificial intelligence and machine learning research as well as highly experienced finance and technology professionals.

Develop a rich understanding of Voleon's domain and methodologies
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
Your team will work with a complex and diverse array of datasets to implement and rapidly iterate on predictive models.

5-10+ years of related experience directing key research projects and mentoring colleagues
Proven success solving large-scale computing problems
Ability to influence without requiring formal authority, with a proven track record of influence beyond your team

Strong skills in software development techniques and production level coding (Python and/or R preferred)
Ph.D. level coursework is required, and a Ph.D. degree in a relevant field is preferred

In addition to our enriching and collegial working environment, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages, technology talks by our experts, a beautiful modern office, daily catered lunches, and more.

Demonstrate strategic vision and perspective to oversee work that affects one or more complex systems and mission-critical areas
In addition to our enriching and collegial working environment, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages, technology talks by our experts, a beautiful modern office, daily catered lunches, and more.
As a Senior Member of Research Staff, you will work at the forefront of modern statistical machine learning leading key projects focused on enduring challenges of financial market prediction and portfolio optimization.

Founded by two leading scientists Voleon supports a culture of curiosity and creativity.

The Voleon Group is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
The Voleon Group is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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