AI Software Developer

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.

Technologists at WorldQuant research design code test and deploy firmwide platforms and tooling while working collaboratively with researchers and portfolio managers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people.

• Collaborate with cross-functional distributed teams.
• Gather analyze and spec out requirements and manage product deliverables.
• Design and build scalable AI-driven products addressing real-world problems.
• Stay current with the latest technical advancements particularly in the field of AI and LLMs.

• Strong programming skills preferably in Python.
• Exceptional analytical skills and a passion for solving complex problems.
• Thorough understanding of how AI works and familiarity with language models.
• Understanding of vector databases and other relevant data structures.
• Working knowledge in various databases and messaging technologies is a strong plus. (SQL Redis Kafka etc.)
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Mature thoughtful attitude with the ability to operate in a collaborative team-oriented culture.
• A strong delivery mind-set drive to get things done.
• Experience in finance is not required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Core benefits include: premium private health insurance and life insurance with savings plan
• Support for every aspect of life through Employee Assistance Program and fully covered sick leave
• Strong culture of learning and development: training courses library guest speakers share and learn events global conferences
• Regular offsite team buildings annual conferences and occasional global summits opportunity to travel and connect with our local and global teams

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