Voleon

Senior Member of Research Staff, Optimization

Berkeley, CA · Staff+

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 35 days ago

PythonC++AlgorithmsMachine 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.

Design, implement, and improve large-scale constrained optimization methods that determine trading decisions under forecasts, risk, costs, liquidity, and operational constraints
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
We also implement optimization models and algorithms in other areas of interest at the company.

5-10+ years of related experience in numerical methods, optimization solvers, mathematical programming, convex &/or nonconvex optimization directing key research projects and mentoring colleagues
Proven success solving large-scale computing problems
Expertise in modern statistical methods with a track record as an applied researcher
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 C++ 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.

Founded in 2007 by two leading scientists (see management bios https://voleon.com/management/), http://voleon.com/about/management-2/ Voleon supports a culture of curiosity, collegiality, and creativity.
We are interested in efficiently solving this optimization problem (algorithm development and production coding), as well as improving the problem formulations themelves to make better trading decisions.

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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