The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw Group

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Job Description

Job Overview

Quants at the D. E. Shaw Group apply mathematical techniques and write software to develop, analyze, and implement statistical models for computerized financial trading strategies. They utilize creativity and innovation to create novel approaches to trade profitably in markets globally within a collegial and collaborative working environment.

Technical Requirements

Required Skills
  • • mathematics
  • • statistics
  • • software development
Preferred Skills
  • • financial modeling
  • • data analysis
Experience Level

Undergraduate or master's degree required; PhDs or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • • Leverage financial data to increase profitability and decrease risk.
  • • Conceive new trading ideas and formulate them into systematic strategies.
  • • Critically evaluate the performance of trading strategies.

Technical Environment

Languages

Benefits & Perks

  • • substantial variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus
  • • guaranteed sign-on bonus
  • • relocation bonus
  • • medical and prescription drug coverage
  • • 401(k) contribution matching
  • • wellness reimbursement
  • • family building benefits
  • • charitable gift match program

Additional Information

Location
New York City, NY
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$225,000 for undergraduate/master's degree holders; $250,000 for PhD holders.

About The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw group is a global investment and technology development firm founded in 1988 with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm has earned an international reputation for successful investing based on innovation, careful risk management, and the quality and depth of its staff.

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