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.
Requirements
- Proven 3 years experience in quantitative equity research (buy side or sell side)
- Background in working with large data sets
- Degree from a top university in a highly analytical/quantitative field, such as: Mathematics, Finance or Economics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering or similar
- Research mind-set: be a problem solver, creative, steadfast, smart, a self-starter, etc.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction
- Critical thinking and ability to come up with non-standard approaches
- Solid programming skills (C++ and Python)
- Good knowledge of English (both oral and written)
- Strong work ethic
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package, which may include annual bonuses and salary increases
- Healthy work-life balance support (flexible start time, parental leave, sabbatical after 5 years of service etc.)
- Possibility for business trips to the US and other countries
- Regular team building, competitions and corporate events
- Monthly team lunches
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Support program for employees and their relatives on psychological, legal, and financial issues
- Parental leave program for secondary care givers
- Culture of continuous learning: certification, online and offline training in Armenia and abroad, English classes, mentoring in professional development
- Fruits & snacks in the office
- Relocation package in certain cases