Machine Learning Researcher – PhD Graduate (Asia)

Job Description
At Citadel, our mission is to be the most successful investment team in the world. Machine Learning Researchers play a key role in this mission by developing next-generation models and trading approaches for a range of investment strategies. You’ll get to challenge the impossible in quantitative research by applying sophisticated and complex statistical techniques to financial markets, some of the most complex data sets in the world.

Your Objectives

Use statistics, machine learning (e.g. deep learning, NLP) to extract patterns from various kinds of datasets through innovative and rigorous research  
Implement algorithms in high-quality code   
Work with large data sets, including unconventional and unstructured data sources   
Back-test models and document research findings

Your Skills & Talents

PhD degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative field  
Advanced training and a strong research track record in machine learning, statistics, deep learning, natural language processing, artificial intelligence, or a closely related quantitative field
Prior experience working in a data driven detailed research environment
Hands on programming experience in Python or C++
A background demonstrating strong problem-solving skills  
An ability to communicate advanced concepts in a concise and logical way  
Proficiency in creating and using algorithms to meticulously investigate and work through large data or error-checking problems

Opportunities available in Singapore and Hong Kong.

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About Citadel
Citadel is one of the world’s leading alternative investment managers. We manage capital on behalf of many of the world’s preeminent private, public and nonprofit institutions. We seek the highest and best use of investor capital in order to deliver market leading results and contribute to broader economic growth. For over 30 years, Citadel has cultivated a culture of learning and collaboration among some of the most talented and accomplished investment professionals, researchers and engineers in the world. Our colleagues are empowered to test their ideas and develop commercial solutions that accelerate their growth and drive real impact.

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