Two Sigma is a leading quantitative investment management and trading firm. The role involves developing sophisticated investment models using scientific methods and quantitative techniques to analyze market behavior.
Responsibilities
- Use a rigorous scientific method to develop sophisticated investment models and shape our insights into how the markets will behave
- Apply quantitative techniques like machine learning to a vast array of datasets
- Create and test complex investment ideas and partner with our engineers to test your theories
- Join our reading circles to stay up to date on the latest research papers in your fields
- Attend academic seminars to learn from thought leaders from top universities
- Share insights from conferences focused on statistics, machine learning, and data science
Skills
- Degree in a technical or quantitative disciplines, like statistics, mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, or computer science (all levels welcome, from bachelor's to doctorate)
- Intermediate skills in at least one programming language (like C, C++, Java, or Python)
- Experience performing an in-depth research project, examining real-world data
- Ability to think independently and creatively approach data analysis and communicate complex ideas clearly
Benefits
- Fully paid medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and dependents
- Competitive 401k match
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance
- Onsite gyms with laundry service
- Wellness activities
- Casual dress
- Snacks
- Game rooms
- Tuition reimbursement
- Conference and training sponsorship
- Generous vacation and unlimited sick days
- Competitive paid caregiver leaves
- Flexible in-office days with budget for home office setup
Company Overview
Two Sigma's technology-driven team streamlines the use of machine learning, distributed computing and research to guide its endeavors. It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.twosigma.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
Two Sigma has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 18 in 2026, 125 in 2025, 89 in 2024, 93 in 2023, 120 in 2022, 85 in 2021, 67 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.