ABOUT CUBIST
Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.
ROLE
The candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing the research and production pipeline for a medium frequency equity portfolio—maintaining and improving production monitoring tools, and helping with production issues. An ideal candidate should have a passion for technology, take ownership of their work, and thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Designing, implementing, and maintaining research and production pipeline—including data processing, model building, back-testing, and live monitoring toolkits.
- Performance optimization in both research and production environments.
- Troubleshooting and resolving production issues.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science or other quantitative discipline.
- 3+ years of professional programming experience, preferably in a big tech firm or a quantitative trading team.
- Advanced proficiency in Python and its ecosystem.
- Fast learner, strong passion for technology, and keen to explore the latest technological advancements.
- Experience in software architecture and engineering is a plus.
- Experience in distributed computing is a plus.
- Strong quantitative skills and knowledge in statistics and linear algebra is a plus.
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or other quantitative discipline
- 3+ years of professional programming experience
- Advanced proficiency in Python and its ecosystem
- Experience in software architecture and engineering
- Experience in distributed computing
- Strong quantitative skills and knowledge in statistics and linear algebra
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards
Point72 Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Point72 and has not been reviewed or approved by Point72.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as exceptional with comprehensive options and low out-of-pocket costs. Medical, dental, and vision are characterized as fully covered or no-premium for U.S. employees.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program features a generous employer match and access to after-tax contributions with in-plan Roth conversions. Value accrues through a multi-year vesting schedule that rewards tenure.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family leave is highlighted as generous and has strengthened over time. Clear primary and secondary caregiver policies are in place and seen as competitive.
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What We Do
Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here.
