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This will involve running models live on our high-performance trading infrastructure and analyzing daily performance to maintain ongoing profitability.\nIdeal candidates are strong researchers eager to learn new skills, who can work both independently and collaboratively to solve problems efficiently.\nQualifications\nYou are a full-time undergraduate or masters student in a quantitative discipline (math, physics, computer science, statistics, or a related program) who is eligible for full-time roles in 2027\nExperience programming in Python and/or C++\nExperience with statistical analysis, numerical programming, or machine learning in Python, Pandas/Numpy, R, and/or MATLAB\nA passion for applying quantitative models and technology toward solving real-world problems\nBrilliant analytical and problem-solving skills\nAbility to work creatively and independently on long-term technical problems\nBase salary for US is $300,000. 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