About Point72
Harnessing data for smarter investment decisions
Key Highlights
- Manages over $20 billion in assets
- Founded by billionaire investor Steven A. Cohen
- Employs around 2,000 professionals
- Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut
Point72 Asset Management, LP, headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, is a prominent hedge fund managing over $20 billion in assets. Founded by billionaire investor Steven A. Cohen, Point72 employs around 2,000 professionals and utilizes advanced data analytics and AI/ML technologies to drive invest...
🎁 Benefits
Point72 offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, equity participation, generous PTO policies, and comprehensive health benefits. The fi...
🌟 Culture
Point72 fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity and data-driven decision-making. The firm emphasizes collaboration and innovation, encouraging emp...
Overview
Point72 is hiring a Senior Quantitative Researcher to perform rigorous applied research in systematic trading strategies. You'll work with Python and C++ in a collaborative environment. This position requires 5+ years of experience in systematic alpha research.
Job Description
Who you are
You have an advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a similar quantitative discipline, and you bring over 5 years of experience in systematic alpha research, particularly in liquid futures markets. Your fluency in data science practices, including feature engineering and signal combining, allows you to identify and monetize short-term opportunities in high-frequency trading. You are technically comfortable handling large datasets and have a strong command of C++ and Python, especially in a Linux environment with AWS exposure.
You are highly motivated and take ownership of your work, demonstrating a collaborative mindset while also being capable of conducting independent research. Your commitment to the highest ethical standards is evident in your approach to trading and research.
What you'll do
In this role, you will perform rigorous applied research to discover systematic anomalies in liquid futures markets. You will present actionable trading ideas and enhance existing strategies, contributing to the end-to-end development of research tooling and its efficiency. Your responsibilities will include identifying short-term opportunities in the high-frequency/intraday space and monetizing them effectively. You will also participate in data orchestration, alpha idea generation, simulation, strategy implementation, and performance evaluation, ensuring that your contributions lead to actionable insights for the team.
What we offer
At Point72, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and shared ownership. We provide a supportive environment where your research can thrive, and you will have access to unparalleled data sources to fuel your analysis. Our commitment to ethical standards and rigorous research practices ensures that you will be working at the forefront of systematic trading strategies. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds in our team.
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