Two Sigma Investments, LLC

Quantitative Researcher - Full-Time Campus Hire

Two Sigma Investments, LLC$200K — $220K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in technical or quantitative fields (statistics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science) from bachelor's to doctorate level
  • Intermediate programming skills in languages like C, C++, Java, or Python
  • Experience in conducting in-depth research projects with real-world data
  • Independent thinker with a creative approach to data analysis
  • Strong communication skills for complex idea presentation

Responsibilities

  • Develop sophisticated investment models using rigorous scientific methods
  • Apply machine learning techniques on extensive datasets
  • Create and rigorously test complex investment ideas with engineering collaboration
  • Participate in reading circles to stay updated on research in the field
  • Attend academic seminars to learn from industry thought leaders
  • Share insights from statistics, machine learning, and data science conferences

Benefits

  • Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • Competitive 401k match and employer-paid life & disability insurance
  • Onsite gyms with laundry service, casual dress code, and wellness activities
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for conferences and training
  • Generous vacation policy with unlimited sick days and competitive caregiver leave
  • Flexible hybrid work policy with budget for home office setup
Full Job Description
Position Summary

You will take on the following responsibilities:

  • Use a rigorous scientific method to develop sophisticated investment models and shape our insights into how the markets will behave
  • Apply quantitative techniques like machine learning to a vast array of datasets
  • Create and test complex investment ideas and partner with our engineers to test your theories
  • Join our reading circles to stay up to date on the latest research papers in your fields
  • Attend academic seminars to learn from thought leaders from top universities
  • Share insights from conferences focused on statistics, machine learning, and data science


You should possess the following qualifications:

  • Degree in a technical or quantitative disciplines, like statistics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science (all levels welcome, from bachelor's to doctorate)
  • Intermediate skills in at least one programming language (like C, C++, Java, or Python)
  • Experience performing an in-depth research project, examining real-world data
  • Ability to think independently and creatively approach data analysis and communicate complex ideas clearly


You will enjoy the following benefits:
  • Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and dependents, competitive 401k match, employer-paid life & disability insurance
  • Perks: Onsite gyms with laundry service, wellness activities, casual dress, snacks, game rooms
  • Learning: Tuition reimbursement, conference and training sponsorship
  • Time Off: Generous vacation and unlimited sick days, competitive paid caregiver leaves
  • Hybrid Work Policy: Flexible in-office days with budget for home office setup


The base pay for this role will be between $200,000 and $220,000. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans and 401(k) contributions. Discretionary bonus can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.

About Two Sigma Investments, LLC

Two Sigma Investments is a quantitative investment management firm that uses data science and technology to identify investment opportunities. The company's solutions are designed to help investors make better decisions and generate higher returns. Two Sigma Investments offers a range of products, including hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in New York City.
Learn more about Two Sigma Investments, LLC
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Founded
2001

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