Title: Data Scientist
Location: Chicago
Who we are:
Optiver is a proprietary global market maker, trading on major financial markets around the world. We opened our first office in Amsterdam and now have locations in Chicago, Shanghai, and Sydney. Optiver employs over 900 highly educated professionals worldwide who are continuously improving the way we work and striving for excellence in everything we do. Being good is not good enough, and it’s everyone’s responsibility to make our company better. Founded in 1986, Optiver has been profitable every year of its existence.
What you’ll do:
Optiver is looking for experienced Data Scientists to join our Chicago office. You will leverage your knowledge and experience in applying Reinforcement Learning or Deep Learning techniques to develop new trading algorithms and enhance existing trading algorithms. You will work as part of a dynamic team of traders and developers to solve trading problems, make statistical inferences using big data, and automate and improve our data workflows.
• Apply Reinforcement Learning or Deep Learning to develop new trading algorithms
• Enhance existing data science strategies
• Back test trading strategies
• Brainstorm with Traders and Developers on ideas for new trading strategies, solving trading problems and developing new features
• Improve our data infrastructure and workflows
What you’ll need:
• PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Computer Science or related field
• 3+ years of work or post-doc experience applying Reinforcement Learning or Deep Learning techniques
• Deep understanding of Reinforcement Learning or Deep Learning
• Proficiency with a programming language, preferably Python or C
• Driven to deliver results while continuously improving and learning
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with Traders and Developers
• A willingness to lead technical discussions and teach others
What you’ll get:
25 days’ vacation; paid commuting expenses up to the maximum allowable amount; attractive bonus structure; training opportunities; generous 401K company match; fully paid health insurance premiums; breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages provided daily; weekly in-house chair massages; casual dress; game room and more!