The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw Group

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Job Description

Job Overview

Machine learning developers at the D. E. Shaw group work closely with researchers to creatively apply their knowledge of machine learning and software engineering to design, build, and maintain systems for high-performance, large-scale knowledge discovery in financial data. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a collegial, collaborative, and engaging working environment.

Technical Requirements

Required Skills
  • • software engineering
  • • machine learning
  • • open-source machine learning ecosystems
Experience Level

Strong knowledge of software engineering and a track record of building and applying high-performance machine learning systems is desired.

Responsibilities

  • • Designing, implementing, testing, and documenting modules for all stages of the pipeline from data to predictions
  • • Assembling these modules into end-to-end systems
  • • Interacting with researchers to achieve highly productive experimentation, model construction, and validation

Technical Environment

Languages

Benefits & Perks

  • • Substantial variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus
  • • Guaranteed bonus in the first year of hire
  • • Sign-on 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
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$250,000 to $350,000 annual base salary

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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