AI Scientist

Worldquant; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical and dental insurance

Employee discounts for gym memberships

Generous paid time off

Job summary

WorldQuant is seeking an experienced AI Scientist to enhance their investment strategies using cutting-edge Machine Learning technologies. Located in New York, this role involves conducting research and collaborating with other experts to produce predictive trading signals.

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a quantitative field and have at least two years of relevant experience with tools like Python and PyTorch. The position offers competitive base pay within a transparent compensation structure and a variety of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of research or work experience applying Machine Learning.
• Demonstrated programming skills with strong development proficiency.
• Experience with software development tools and practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in Machine Learning to improve the investment pipeline.
• Produce trading signals using innovative algorithms.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to optimize algorithms.

Skills

Machine Learning

C++

Python

PyTorch

Statistical Inference

Education

PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Git

Testing Frameworks

Job description

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.

Location: New York, NY or West Palm Beach, FL

The Role: We are seeking an exceptionally talented AI Scientist to join the Artificial Intelligence team at WorldQuant. The successful candidate will:

• Conduct research in the Machine Learning field to improve multiple aspects of the investment pipeline
• Produce trading or predictive signals using innovative Machine Learning algorithms
• Apply the latest in LLM based agentic technology to develop and test innovative trading signals and algorithms
• Implement signal compression and combination techniques using Machine Learning tools
• Implement state of the art machine learning algorithms
• Design deep learning architectures.
• Develop model frameworks for investment professionals
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and researchers to optimize machine learning algorithms
• Communicate optimally with team members, researchers, and portfolio managers

What You’ll Bring:

• PhD degree in a quantitative or highly analytical field (e.g., Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field)
• 2+ years of research or work experience applying Machine Learning in innovative ways to complex problems
• Graduated at the top of your respective educational program, with excellent problem‑solving abilities, insight, and judgment with a strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to program. Strong development skills and proficiency in C++, Python, and PyTorch.
• Demonstrated science aptitude via record of creativity and inventions. Ability to run experiments and perform statistical inference.
• Experience with software development tools and practices, such as version control (e.g., Git), continuous integration, and testing frameworks
• Advanced practitioner-level knowledge of statistical inference, machine learning, software solvers, and/or mathematical optimization
• Strong communication skills; ability to express complex concepts in simple terms

Our Benefits:

• Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, fully paid parental leave, generous PTO (paid time off) that consists of:
  • twenty vacation days that are pro‑rated based on the employee’s start date, at an accrual of 1.67 days per month,
  • three personal days, and
  • ten sick days.
• Perks: Employee discounts for gym memberships, wellness activities, healthy snacks, casual dress code
• Training: learning and development courses, speakers, team‑building off‑site
• Employee resource groups

Pay Transparency:

WorldQuant is a total compensation organization where you will be eligible for a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits.

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on job function and level, benchmarked against similar stage organizations. When finalizing an offer, we will take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.

The Base Pay Range For This Position Is $150,000 - $200,000 USD.

WorldQuant is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital status, citizenship, national origin, disability, military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law.