
About WorldQuant
Data-driven investment strategies for a smarter future
Key Highlights
- Founded in 2007, headquartered in Old Greenwich, CT
- Employs over 1,000 professionals globally
- Focuses on quantitative investment strategies and machine learning
- Serves institutional clients and high-net-worth individuals
WorldQuant, LLC is a global hedge fund and quantitative investment management firm based in Old Greenwich, Connecticut. Founded in 2007, WorldQuant specializes in data-driven investment strategies and employs over 1,000 professionals across its offices worldwide. The firm utilizes advanced quantitat...
🎁 Benefits
WorldQuant offers competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, equity participation, generous PTO, and a flexible remote work policy to support wo...
🌟 Culture
WorldQuant fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity and data-driven decision-making, encouraging employees to leverage technology and quantitative ...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
WorldQuant is seeking a Data Scientist to develop predictive models and analyze financial datasets. You'll work with machine learning techniques and collaborate with data science teams. This role requires strong modeling and programming skills.
Job Description
Who you are
You are an exceptionally talented data scientist with strong modeling and programming skills. You have experience in developing predictive models and analyzing financial datasets using machine learning techniques. You are comfortable processing, cleaning, and verifying the integrity of unstructured data, turning it into valuable insights. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with data science teams and technologists to develop appropriate features and metrics for data processing. You possess a strong intellectual curiosity and are eager to challenge conventional thinking while continuously improving your skills.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for generating models of financial datasets using advanced machine learning techniques. You will collaborate with your team to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) that drive the production of financial strategies. Your work will involve processing and cleaning data to ensure its integrity, as well as developing features that enhance data processing capabilities. You will play a key role in identifying market inefficiencies and contributing to the development of systematic financial strategies across various asset classes and global markets. Your insights will directly impact the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform, and you will be encouraged to think openly about problems and propose innovative solutions.
What we offer
WorldQuant fosters a culture that values intellectual horsepower and encourages employees to think critically and creatively. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where excellent ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest talent, and we provide a supportive atmosphere that balances academic sensibility with accountability for results. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in the financial sector.
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