Quantitative Researcher (Intern)

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We are seeking an exceptional individual to join the firm as a Quantitative Research / Data Science Intern. Position based in Moscow and Saint-Petersburg

The person must have a strong understanding of the investment research process to create computer-based models that seek to predict movements of global financial markets. While prior finance experience is not required, a successful candidate must possess a strong interest in learning about finance and global markets. Candidates will have a research scientist mind-set; be a self-starter, a creative and persevering deep thinker who is motivated by unsolved challenges

As we pursue our goal of creating new alphas, we need Interns who will lead us there. Our unique investment platform is a leader amongst its peers and the methodology we employ is cutting edge. We desire people who will help us in our relentless pursuit to succeed.

Job Responsibilities (including, but not limited to, the following):

• Building mathematical, algorithmic, computer-driven models of financial markets
• Performing analysis of financial datasets
• Exploring academic literature on mathematical finance

Job Requirements:

• 4th year of studies and higher (MSc and PhD students are welcome) from a top university in a highly analytical/quantitative field, such as: Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Economics, Finance or similar
• High GPA
• Research mind-set: being a deep thinker, creative, persevering, smart, a self-starter, etc.
• Programming skills (C++ and/or Python a must)
• Strong interest in learning about worldwide financial markets
• Good knowledge of English
• Strong work ethic

As a plus:

• Participant of International or regional Mathematics/Programming/Physics Olympiads
• Strong record of academic achievement (such as scientific publications, conference presentations, grants or awards)

Unique Opportunity:

• To understand the connections between advanced mathematical, computational and machine learning methods, and the modern financial industry
• To learn from world-leading researchers
• Potential to be considered for a full-time position after graduation, based upon internship performance (among other factors)
• To work in friendly and collegial working environment

What we offer:

• Dynamic work without routine in a leading international company;
• Competitive compensation package;
• Healthy work-life balance support (flexible start of working day);
• Regular teambuilding;
• Monthly team lunches;
• Culture of continuous learning: online training;
• Fruits & snacks in the office.

Stages of our recruitment process:

• CV review;
• Tests (Math and Programming);
• 3 interviews (in case of successfully completed tests);
• 3 more interviews (in case of successfully completed previous stage interviews);
• Decision.