Research Engineer, Applied Scientist
Chainlink LabsFull Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess a background in modern statistical methods and machine learning, demonstrating a track record as an applied researcher, along with strong mathematical abilities evidenced by a publication record, graduate coursework, or competition placement. Candidates must also have an interest in software development and a willingness to write production-level code using Python.
As a Member of Research Staff, you will develop a rich understanding of Voleon’s challenges and methodologies, propose research innovations and experiments to build, maintain, and optimize predictive models, prepare and analyze new datasets to assess their predictive efficacy, develop, validate, and implement new models into production, design and conduct experiments to improve simulations and evaluate the success of new models in a live environment, and communicate and collaborate effectively with other research staff and software engineers to drive progress towards tangible outcomes.
Investment management using machine learning algorithms
Voleon focuses on investment management by utilizing machine learning to analyze financial market trends. The firm uses advanced statistical models to process large datasets and identify patterns that inform investment decisions, setting it apart from traditional methods that rely on human intuition. Voleon serves institutional clients and operates on a performance-based fee structure, aligning its interests with those of its clients. The company's goal is to provide data-driven insights that optimize investment returns while adapting to changing market conditions.