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WorldQuant, LLC Software Engineering Lead (Python)
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WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform. WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement. Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.The Research Technology Solutions Engineering team is responsible for working directly with the Research groups inside of WorldQuant to provide consultation services, rapid solution prototyping, and coordination of technical delivery. This is an agile team that combines its deep knowledge of WorldQuant’s business, technical prowess, and project management best practices to ensure researchers are able to quickly achieve their business goals using strategic WorldQuant technology solutions. As the Software Engineering Lead (Python) in the Research Technology Solutions Engineering team, you should be no stranger to the world of quantitative investment and research, with a proven track-record of successfully supporting such businesses. A multi-hatted role, you will need to be able to speak to researchers “in their own language” while also being able to frame those discussions in the context of current, upcoming, or not-yet-built technology solutions that WorldQuant employs. You will need to be strongly technical, able to quickly reason about and decompose problems in an abstract way, while putting together working prototype solutions at a rapid pace. You will also lead a team of engineers / business analysts. The Role: Direct engagement with Research and Technology partners at all levels of the organization Rapid Application Development / Rapid Architecture Design, including agentic AI systems Participate in the development of strategic frameworks, tools, and services Management of both technical and non-technical resources What You'll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent job experience 7+ years of hands-on industry experience developing scalable and robust software systems Deep familiarity with the Python ecosystem (especially in regards to data) Can effectively apply AI as both a productivity enhancer and a component of system design A strong understanding of data structures and algorithms Working knowledge of quantitative investment and research concepts Working knowledge of a Unix/Linux environment Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills Excellent relational database knowledge Familiarity with other database types is a plus C++ 11 (or greater) / Java / Rust experience is a plus Previous people management experience is a plus By submitting this application, you acknowledge and consent to terms of the WorldQuant Privacy Policy. The privacy policy offers an explanation of how and why your data will be collected, how it will be used and disclosed, how it will be retained and secured, and what legal rights are associated with that data (including the rights of access, correction, and deletion). The policy also describes legal and contractual limitations on these rights. The specific rights and obligations of individuals living and working in different areas may vary by jurisdiction. Copyright © 2025 WorldQuant, LLC. All Rights Reserved.WorldQuant is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital status, citizenship, national origin, disability, military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law.

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