About the job AI Researcher
AI Researcher Quantitative AI & LLMs
We are currently supporting a leading global quantitative investment firm in their search for top-tier AI Researchers to join a cutting-edge research group operating at the intersection of AI, LLMs, and financial modeling.
This team functions much like a fintech within the firm, offering an innovative research platform that crowdsources signals and ideas from global contributors. Its a highly collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment, designed for those who thrive on experimentation, autonomy, and impact.
The Opportunity
In this full-time role, you'll work on the frontiers of applied AI designing, training, and fine-tuning Large Language Models and advanced AI systems to uncover predictive insights across large-scale financial data sets. You'll collaborate with quant strategists and platform engineers to integrate novel models into a global trading infrastructure.
Your Scope Will Include:
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Conducting research on LLMs, Transformers, RL, and Generative AI models
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Building and optimizing AI-based systems to generate predictive financial signals
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Applying statistical, machine learning, and algorithmic thinking to complex data challenges
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Driving experimentation from concept to real-world deployment within a world-class platform
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Staying current with leading AI research and translating it into high-value use cases
Ideal Candidate Profile:
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Solid grounding in AI, ML, and LLMs with hands-on experience in PyTorch or TensorFlow
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Strong coding skills in Python and C++
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Background in Computer Science, AI, Applied Mathematics, or Financial Engineering from a top-tier university
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Sharp research mindset and passion for solving unsolved problems
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Effective communicator, comfortable working in distributed, high-performance teams
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Prior exposure to financial datasets or quantitative modeling is a plus
This role offers a unique chance to work on truly novel applications of AI in finance, within a culture that values intellectual rigor, results, and continuous learning.