
Machine Learning Specialist
A leading systematic hedge fund, known for its collaborative, research-driven culture, is seeking a Machine Learning Specialist to apply cutting-edge ML techniques to enhance trading strategies and infrastructure. This is a first-of-its-kind role, where you will act as a subject matter expert in ML, working across asset classes and strategies to develop scalable, high-impact solutions. With a highly selective team (predominantly Ivy League/Oxbridge grads) and a multi-strat, multi-asset approach, this firm offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of machine learning in systematic finance. Key Responsibilities: Develop & Apply Machine Learning Solutions: Identify opportunities to integrate ML into alpha generation, execution, and risk management. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with quant researchers, traders, and engineers across equities, macro, and volatility strategies. End-to-End Implementation: Own the ML research pipeline, from feature extraction to production deployment. Stay at the Cutting Edge: Leverage advancements in deep learning, NLP, reinforcement learning, and other AI techniques to enhance systematic trading. Multi-Asset Coverage: Apply ML methodologies across equities, vol (rates/converts), commodities, FX, and credit.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Identify opportunities to integrate ML into alpha generation, execution, and risk management
- Work with quant researchers, traders, and engineers across strategies
- Own the ML research pipeline from feature extraction to deployment
- Leverage advancements in deep learning, NLP, reinforcement learning
Requirements
- PhD or Master’s in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field
- Strong publication record in top ML/AI conferences
- Ability to craft ML solutions for high-performance trading environments
- Extensive NLP & Feature Engineering Experience
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, and distributed computing
- Quantitative Finance Exposure
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
No degree required
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| Remote - Global | 97 |
| Remote | 4 |
| Europe | 3 |
| UK | 1 |
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| C++ Engineer | 3 |
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| Frontend Developer | 2 |
| C++ Software Engineer | 2 |
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| Portfolio Manager | 2 |
| Machine Learning Researcher | 2 |
| Finance Data Scientist | 2 |
| Senior Software Engineer | 2 |
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| FPGA Engineer | 2 |
| AI Engineer | 2 |
| Research Scientist | 1 |
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| Systematic Equity Quantitative Researcher | 1 |
| Frontend Engineer | 1 |
| Project Manager | 1 |
| Options Trader | 1 |
| Enterprise Account Executive | 1 |
| AI Researcher | 1 |
| Quantitative Portfolio Manager | 1 |
| Middle Office Software Engineer | 1 |
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| Options Volatility Traders | 1 |
| Quantitative Analyst | 1 |
| Golang Engineer | 1 |
| Chief Legal Officer | 1 |
| Trading Systems Developer | 1 |
| Front End Engineer | 1 |
| Head of AI | 1 |
| Principal Engineer | 1 |
| Business Analyst | 1 |
| Deep Learning Researcher | 1 |
| Smart Contract Engineer | 1 |
| UI/UX Engineer | 1 |
| Options Strategist | 1 |
| Senior AI/Deep Learning Quantitative Researcher | 1 |
| Full Stack Engineer | 1 |
| Java Developer | 1 |
| Emerging Markets Rates & FX Portfolio Manager | 1 |
| Systematic Portfolio Manager | 1 |
| Researcher | 1 |
| Java Software Engineer | 1 |
| Machine Learning / Software Engineer | 1 |
| Financial Analyst | 1 |
| Quant Developer | 1 |
| Cloud Infrastructure Engineer | 1 |
| Trader | 1 |
| Platform Architect | 1 |
| Head of Artificial Intelligence | 1 |
| C++ Team Lead | 1 |
| Hardware Engineer | 1 |
| C++ Developer | 1 |
| Quantitative Vol Trader | 1 |
| Senior C++ Engineer | 1 |
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| Role level | Active listings |
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| Mid-Level | 89 |
| Senior | 3 |
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