Deep Researcher at WorldQuant

Yerevan, Yerevan, Armenia

WorldQuant Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, Quantitative FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • (None explicitly specified)

Responsibilities

  • Develop a structured and methodical research agenda combining fundamental knowledge, data exploration, and quantitative analysis
  • Become a domain expert on each fundamental topic covered, identifying key information drivers for research
  • Conduct detailed data exploration to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the data used to generate alphas
  • Enrich structured and unstructured data into datasets to enable quantitative research
  • Take a process-oriented approach to understand the value drivers of alphas

Skills

Quantitative Analysis
Data Exploration
Alpha Generation
Financial Strategies
Data Enrichment
Unstructured Data
Structured Data
Domain Expertise

WorldQuant

Quantitative asset management using algorithms

About WorldQuant

WorldQuant is a quantitative asset management firm that focuses on managing investments for institutional clients like pension funds and sovereign wealth funds. The firm uses data and predictive algorithms to analyze financial markets and identify investment opportunities. Its approach involves algorithmic trading, where mathematical models guide investment decisions. Unlike many competitors, WorldQuant encourages a culture of experimentation and innovation among its employees, allowing everyone to contribute ideas regardless of their position. The company's goal is to generate returns for its clients while maintaining a commitment to equal opportunity in the workplace.

Greenwich, ConnecticutHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$148.5MTotal Funding
N/ACompany Stage
Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from AI-driven investment firms like ADIA.
Regulatory scrutiny on algorithmic trading practices is increasing globally.
Market volatility challenges the performance of algorithmic trading models.

Differentiation

WorldQuant employs over 1,000 professionals across 27 global offices.
The firm uses predictive algorithms to manage assets and generate client returns.
WorldQuant emphasizes equal opportunity, allowing all employees to contribute meaningfully.

Upsides

Increased focus on alternative data sources is gaining traction in quantitative finance.
Machine learning integration in portfolio management allows better market trend predictions.
Quantum computing offers potential for faster, complex calculations in algorithmic trading.

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI