WorldQuant

AI Scientist

New York

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$200kDetected 36 days ago

PythonC++ExpressAlgorithmsGitCI/CDMachine LearningDeep LearningLLMsStatisticsResearchCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

We are seeking an exceptionally talented AI Scientist to join the Artificial Intelligence team at WorldQuant.

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets.
There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.
Apply the latest in LLM based agentic technology to develop and test innovative trading signals and algorithms

PhD degree in a quantitative or highly analytical field (e.g., Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field)
Demonstrated ability to program.
Strong development skills and proficiency in C++, Python, and PyTorch.
Experience with software development tools and practices, such as version control (e.g., Git), continuous integration, and testing frameworks
ability to express complex concepts in simple terms
If you believe any required details are missing from this job posting, please notify us at WQHR_US@WorldQuant.com, and we will address your concerns promptly.

Conduct research in the Machine Learning field to improve multiple aspects of the investment pipeline
Produce trading or predictive signals using innovative Machine Learning algorithms
Implement state of the art machine learning algorithms
Design deep learning architectures.
Develop model frameworks for investment professionals
Communicate optimally with team members, researchers, and portfolio managers

WorldQuant is a total compensation organization where you will be eligible for a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits.
To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state.
We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on job function and level, benchmarked against similar stage organizations.
When finalizing an offer, we will take into consideration an individual's experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.
The Base Pay Range For This Position Is $150,000 - $200,000 USD.
At WorldQuant, we are committed to providing candidates with all necessary information in compliance with pay transparency laws.

Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, fully paid parental leave, generous
Employee discounts for gym memberships, wellness activities, healthy snacks, casual dress code
twenty vacation days that are pro-rated based on the employee's start date, at an accrual of 1.67 days per month,
Training: learning and development courses, speakers, team-building off-site
WorldQuant is a total compensation organization where you will be eligible for a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits.

At WorldQuant, we are committed to providing candidates with all necessary information in compliance with pay transparency laws.
We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies.
Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies - the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.

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