2027 Cubist Quant Academy – Developers

Point72 Asset Management, L.P; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Cubist is seeking a select group of software engineers to architect and build the technologies powering our research and trading. You will rotate to at least three trading teams, gaining exposure from market data to order management and post-trade analysis.

No prior finance experience required, but a passion for excellence is essential. The position offers a competitive base salary in New York, with a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within Cubist.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or master’s degree in computer science or engineering.
• Experience in Python and C++.
• Experience working with Linux-based systems is preferred.
• Understanding of systems programming (e.g. kernel development, compilers, embedded systems, networking, file systems, debuggers).
• Knowledge of Git, databases (e.g. MySQL), and web development frameworks is a plus.
• Detail-oriented and committed to building high-quality software.
• Clear, concise, and proactive communications style; no fear around asking questions.
• Ability to accurately estimate project scope amidst uncertainty.
• Strong track record of ownership and working both independently and in a small team.
• Intellectual curiosity and passion for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build cutting-edge technologies powering research and trading.
• Rotate to at least three trading teams to gain broad exposure across the trade life cycle.
• Deliver concrete technology contributions from data to order management and post-trade analysis.
• Match interests and aptitude with trading teams to maximize business value and personal growth.

Skills

Python

C++

Linux

Git

MySQL

Web frameworks

Networking

Kernel development

Education

Undergraduate or Master’s in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

MySQL

Job description

About Cubist

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.

Job Description:

Cubist is seeking a small number of exceptionally talented, highly collaborative software developers to architect and build the cutting-edge technologies that power our research and trading. Your work will have immediate impact on the business, and on billions of dollars of daily trading.

We do not require prior experience in finance, but we do require a passion for excellence. The Cubist Software Engineer Program will provide you with broad training in the financial industry expertise you need to know to make a successful engineering contribution. As part of the program you will rotate to at least three different trading teams or groups within the firm. During these rotations you will have exposure to systematic trading approaches across multiple asset classes, and you will have concrete technology deliverables. By the conclusion of the rotation, you will have touched the full life cycle of a trade – from market data and research, to order management and execution, and post-trade analysis. Subsequent to the rotation we will match your interests and aptitude with one of our trading teams in an effort to maximize the value for the business and to meet your long term career goals.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate or master’s degree in computer science or engineering
• Experience in Python and C++
• Experience working with Linux-based systems is preferred
• Understanding of systems programming (e.g. kernel development, compilers, embedded systems, networking, file systems, debuggers)
• Knowledge of Git, databases (e.g. MySQL), and web development frameworks is a plus
• Detail-oriented, and commitment towards building high quality software
• A clear, concise, and proactive communications style; no fear around asking questions
• Ability to accurately estimate project scope amidst uncertainty
• A strong track record of taking ownership of one’s work, and of working both independently and within a small team
• Intellectual curiosity and passion
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards

The annual base salary range for this role is $175,000-$200,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.