WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. 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.
WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.
Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.
THE ROLE: WorldQuant is seeking exceptional individuals to join the firm as a Data Scientist. While prior finance experience is not required, a successful candidate must possess a strong interest in learning about finance and global markets.
- Perform analysis and generate models of financial datasets using machine learning techniques
- Verify the integrity of unstructured data and turn data into potentially valuable insights
- Develop and create data that seek to predict the movement of financial market by applying variety of algorithmic techniques
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Understand the connections between advanced mathematical, computational and machine learning methods and their intersection with the modern financial industry
- Highly competitive compensation
- Learn from world-leading quantitative finance industry experts
- Friendly and collegial working environment
- Develop a global vision with opportunities to exchange ideas with various teams in WorldQuant global offices
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- PhD., M.S., or B.S. degree from a leading university in a quantitative or highly analytical field (e.g. Industrial Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, etc.)
- Excellent academic record
- Demonstrated ability of at least one programming language, e.g. C++, python, etc.; familiar with systems like Linux/Unix
- Research experience in NLP, Deep Learning is a plus
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and judgment with a strong attention to detail
- Mature, thoughtful, with the ability to operate in a collaborative, team-oriented culture
Position is based in our Seoul research office. Please send us e-mail to [email protected] for any question.
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