Data Scientist - Campus Full-Time
Two SigmaAbout the Role
Two Sigma is a financial sciences company, combining data analysis, invention, and rigorous inquiry to help solve the toughest challenges in investment management, insurance technology, securities, private equity, and venture capital. Our team of scientists, technologists, and academics looks beyond traditional methods to develop creative solutions to some of the world's most complex economic problems.
As a Data Scientist, you will take on the following responsibilities:
- Independently research and develop hypotheses based on diverse and unique real-world datasets.
- Conduct literature reviews to develop and apply cutting-edge methodologies for extracting meaningful signals from our vast data holdings.
- Partner with our engineers and business stakeholders to rigorously explore and test your theories.
- Stay engaged in the academic community by joining reading circles to keep up with the latest research papers in your fields.
- Attend academic seminars to learn from thought leaders from top universities.
Responsibilities
- Independently research and develop hypotheses based on diverse and unique real-world datasets.
- Conduct literature reviews to develop and apply cutting-edge methodologies for extracting meaningful signals from our vast data holdings.
- Partner with our engineers and business stakeholders to rigorously explore and test your theories.
- Remain engaged in the academic community, including joining 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
Requirements
- Degree in a technical or quantitative discipline, like chemistry, computer science, economics, statistics, or quantitative social science with an applied empirical focus (all levels welcome, from bachelor's to doctorate)
- Proficient in Python and SQL
- Performed an in-depth research project examining real-world data
- Independent thinker who can creatively approach data analysis and communicate complex ideas clearly
- No finance background required; financial aspects can be taught
- Brings a quantitative and data-driven mindset to nontraditional and difficult-to-quantify problems
What You'll Get
- $225k base salary
- 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
- Hybrid Work Policy: Flexible in-office days with budget for home office setup