Junior Quant Researcher - ML Alpha Research

Squarepoint Capital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantitative finance firm in Singapore is looking for a researcher with a strong quantitative background to analyze large data sets and develop innovative statistical and machine learning techniques. The ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree in a relevant STEM field and possess strong programming skills, particularly in Python. This position offers a competitive salary starting at $60,000, as well as discretionary bonuses and benefits including health and wellness plans.

Benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) contributions

Qualifications

• Advanced degrees in computer science, machine learning/NLP, statistics, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability for rigorous research and effective communication.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language.

Responsibilities

• Research new statistical and ML techniques and explore datasets.
• Discuss and present research results.
• Deploy and monitor models for trading signals.

Skills

Research statistical techniques

Analyze large data sets

Machine learning

Natural Language Processing

Programming proficiency (Python, kdb-q)

Strong communication skills

Education

Advanced degrees in relevant STEM subjects

Job description

Please only apply to the one job you feel best fits your skillset and experience. If our team feels you are better suited for another role, we will reach out about the alternate opportunity.

Position Overview:

• Research statistical techniques such as time-series methods, machine learning and NLP to extract value from data
• Analyze large data sets using advanced statistical and ML methods to identify trading opportunities
• Help to develop statistical and ML based tools and techniques to solve complex data related problems throughout the firm.

Typical Day:

• Primary focus throughout the day is on researching new statistical and ML techniques and exploring datasets
• Discuss and present research results with other researchers
• Deploy and monitor models used to generate trading signals.

Required Qualifications:

• Quantitative background -includes advanced degrees in computer science, machine learning / NLP, statistics, signal processing, optimization, mathematics and related STEM subjects (masters or higher)
• Demonstrated ability for doing high quality and rigorous research, along with communicating results to stakeholders.
• Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (e.g. python, kdb-q, )
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions
• Ability to work well in collaborative and high pace settings, and drive projects to completion in accelerated timelines.

The minimum base salary for this role is $60,000 if located in New York. This expectation is based on available information at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, which could constitute a significant portion of total compensation. This role may also be eligible for benefits, such as health, dental, and other wellness plans, as well as 401(k) contributions. Successful candidates’ compensation and benefits will be determined in consideration of various factors.