Quantitative Researcher - Full-Time Campus Hire

Two Sigma; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical and dental insurance

Competitive 401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work policy

Onsite gyms with laundry service

Job summary

Two Sigma, based in New York, is looking for individuals with a technical or quantitative discipline degree to join its team. The role emphasizes collaboration on sophisticated investment models and applying techniques such as machine learning on vast datasets. Candidates should possess independent analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

The firm offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including a comprehensive medical plan, and perks such as onsite gyms and flexible work policies. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise can make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's to doctorate in statistics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science.
• Experience with real-world data research projects.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop sophisticated investment models using scientific methods.
• Apply machine learning techniques to datasets.
• Test investment theories in collaboration with engineers.
• Stay updated on research through reading circles and seminars.
• Share insights from relevant conferences.

Skills

Intermediate programming skills

Data analysis

Independent thinking

Creative problem solving

Education

Degree in a technical or quantitative discipline

Job description

Position Summary

Two Sigma is a leading quantitative investment management and trading firm. The company applies a scientific approach to investing, combining cutting‑edge technology, artificial intelligence, data science, and quantitative research with rigorous human inquiry to capitalize on market opportunities and deliver alpha for investors.

Our team of engineers, quantitative researchers and data scientists looks beyond the traditional to test hypotheses and develop creative solutions to some of the world’s most complex economic problems.

When you work with us, you tackle tough problems alongside other scientists and engineers. People who will challenge your ideas. Who you can really learn from, and collaborate with. And you’ll be doing work that matters to a lot of people, too. Our investors include some of the world’s largest retirement funds, research institutions, educational endowments, healthcare systems and foundations. We admire what they do, and we’re proud to serve these organizations.

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

Qualifications

• Degree in a technical or quantitative discipline, 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

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.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Two Sigma is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

If you believe you need an accommodation, please visit our website for additional information.