Lead Python Engineer - AI Technology

WorldQuant is seeking an exceptional Python Lead Engineer to join a small team working on complex data pipelines, AI/ML systems, and cutting-edge software solutions.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field from a top-tier institution.
• 7+ years of experience as a Python developer, with a strong focus on data engineering and AI/ML systems.
• Expert-level knowledge of Python and its ecosystem, including experience with data processing libraries like Pandas, NumPy, and PySpark.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, and efficient data pipelines.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in version control systems (Git), CI/CD practices, and agile methodologies.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Experience in the finance industry is a plus but not required.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, or scikit-learn, LLM, agents or systems of agents is a significant plus.

Benefits

• 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