join us

Research Engineer

What you will do

Depending on one's background and interest, a research engineer may work on one or multiple of the following areas:

Work alongside with quant researchers and contribute to our cutting-edge research infrastructure

• Investigate research methodologies for data analysis, statistical inference, machine learning
• Implement research tools and frameworks to make our quantitative analysis workflow more robust, automated, scalable

Enhance our automated trading framework

• Develop tools for portfolio construction, risk monitoring and trade execution analysis
• Develop critical high performance trading engines and supporting infrastructure

What we look for

Required:

• Intellectual curiosity and integrity
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C++, Python, and R)
• Experience with scientific computing and algorithm development
• Proficiency or strong interest in building robust and efficient software
• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or equivalent experience
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in R or Python (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn) is a plus
• Knowledge in Databases (PostgreSQL, etc.) and NoSQL alternatives (MongoDB, etc.) is a plus

Note: background in finance is not a requirement. You will pick them up as needed.

What we believe in

• Simplicity and transparency is preferred to complexity and obscurity
• Testing and documentation is an integral part of the development cycle
• Good technology is an essential element in the success of a quantitative hedge fund

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Medical, dental and disability insurance, and flexible healthcare and commuter spending accounts
• Premium snacks and beverages
• Weekly onsite Yoga classes