About Cubist
Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, is one of the world’s premier investment firms. The firm 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.
Job Description
The Central Research Technology team, which builds strategic solutions for research and live trading of quantitative strategies across multiple frequencies and products, is seeking a highly talented intern to work with the team in January. This is a unique opportunity to help design and build the next generation of research and quant trading systems for Cubist.
Desirable Candidates
- Undergraduate or graduate candidates in computer science or engineering
- Significant experience in Python and/or C++
- Interest in open source research tools for data science and machine learning
- Basic knowledge of linux, git, conda, and CI processes
- Knowledge of cloud, databases and distributed or streaming compute is a plus
- Reasonable quantitative and statistical skills
- Experience with Finance preferred
- Clear, concise, and proactive communicator
- Detail oriented and quick learner in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with strong pride of ownership
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards
Skills Required
- Undergraduate or graduate study in computer science or engineering
- Significant experience with Python and/or C++
- Interest in open source research tools for data science and machine learning
- Basic knowledge of Linux, Git, Conda, and continuous integration processes
- Reasonable quantitative and statistical skills
- Clear, concise, and proactive communication
- Detail orientation and ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented approach and strong ownership
- Commitment to high ethical standards
- Knowledge of cloud computing, databases, and distributed or streaming computing
- Experience with finance
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.
Point72 Insights
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.
