Emerging Data Strategist USA
Emerging Data Strategist USA
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We are a global leader in quantitative statistical arbitrage specializing in developing cuttingedge machine learning models and datadriven strategies to identify and exploit market inefficiencies. We leverage a wide array of data sources including technical fundamental and alternative data sets to inform our models and trading algorithms.
We are assembling a cuttingedge Data Exploration Team to be at the forefront of uncovering groundbreaking datasets discovering innovative data providers and staying ahead of the curve with the latest data advancements. As part of our Data Exploration Team you will help drive the evolution of our datadriven strategies empowering the firms research trading and risk management teams to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Your passion and expertise in emerging datasets data architecture management and analytics will be instrumental in shaping the future of our firms datadriven decisionmaking. Working closely with the Director of Data Research data scientists quantitative researchers and engineering teams you will ensure that our data procurement not only supports but propels the firms strategic goals. As a member of this forwardthinking team you will actively seek out and acquire novel datasets engage with data providers assess and prioritize data integration and ensure that our data library is as rich and diverse as the opportunities it uncovers.
Responsibilities
- Proactively scout and identify emerging datasets alternative data sources and innovative data providers across various industries to fuel the firms quantitative strategies.
- Engage with a wide range of data providers from traditional market data vendors to niche and nontraditional data sources (e.g. satellite imagery web sing sentiment analysis) evaluating their potential to enhance the firms research and trading strategies.
- Collaborate closely with data scientists to communicate the value and limitations of sourced data ensuring it could provide a competitive edge in the market and aligns with model needs and strategic goals.
- Lead the negotiation and acquisition process for new data sources ensuring favorable terms including pricing licensing and delivery mechanisms.
- Maintain relationships with key data vendors and providers fostering partnerships that ensure ongoing access to highquality and costeffective data sources.
- Coordinate the initial integration of new data sources into the firms research infrastructure working with data engineers and scientists to ensure smooth onboarding and data readiness for deeper analysis.
- Continuously monitor the data landscape for emerging trends new data sources and technological advancements that could impact the firms competitive positioning.
- Participate in industry conferences webinars and other events to stay informed about the latest developments in data acquisition and alternative data trends.
Requirements
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science Computer Science Engineering Quantitative Finance Mathematics or related field (PhD is a plus).
- 3 years of experience in data strategy engineering or science preferably within quantitative finance.
- Proven expertise in the utility and management of large datasets (technical fundamental and alternative data) and processing requirements for integrating them into machine learning and statistical models.
- Proficiency in machine learning statistical analysis Python R SQL and other data manipulation tools.
- Experience with alternative data sources (e.g. sentiment analysis satellite imagery geospatial data) and data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI).
- Familiarity with financial market data feeds realtime data processing and data architecture.
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus bonus based on individual and company performance.
- Collaborative casual and friendly work environment while solving the hardest problems in the financial markets.
- PPO Health dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependents.
- PreTax Commuter Benefits making your commute smoother.
Employment Type
Full-Time
