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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.Technologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy firmwide platforms and tooling while working collaboratively with researchers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people. The Role: We're seeking an experienced backend engineer with full-stack capabilities to join our development team. This role primarily focuses on backend systems while requiring a comprehensive understanding of web architecture and application design principles. Design, develop, and optimize backend systems and services Architect and maintain database solutions that meet performance and reliability requirements Implement efficient network communications and API endpoints Collaborate with frontend developers, ensuring seamless integration between systems Apply CS fundamentals to solve complex technical challenges Contribute to technical decision-making and architectural discussions Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices What You’ll Bring: 5+ years professional software development experience with a strong focus on backend systems Computer Science Fundamentals:Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, system design, and software architecture principles Database Proficiency:Deep understanding of database systems, query optimization, schema design, and data modeling Network Knowledge:Solid grasp of network protocols, API design, and secure communication implementations Full-Stack Understanding:Familiarity with modern web architecture, frontend technologies, and how components interact across the stack Proven ability to design and build scalable, maintainable systems Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience developing and maintaining production Python applications Experience with distributed systems design Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools Background in performance optimization and systems scalability History of contributions to significant technical projects What We Offer: Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc. Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office!#LI-VP1 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.

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. Technologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy firmwide platforms and tooling while working collaboratively with researchers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people. The Role: We're seeking an experienced full-stack engineer to join our development team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and maintain web applications across the entire technology stack, from frontend interfaces to backend systems, databases, and API integrations. Develop and maintain full-stack web applications from concept to deployment Design and implement backend services, APIs, and database solutions Ensure application performance, security, and scalability across the stack Build responsive, interactive user interfaces using modern frontend technologies Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends Troubleshoot and debug issues across the entire stack What You’ll Bring: 5+ years professional software development experience across full stack systems Backend Capabilities:Experience building and maintaining server-side applications and services API Development:Experience designing, building, and consuming RESTful APIs Database Knowledge:Understanding of database design, query optimization, and data modeling Frontend Expertise:Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frontend frameworks/libraries Web Architecture:Solid understanding of web application architecture, including client-server communication Cross-Browser Development:Ability to build applications that work consistently across browsers and devices Responsive Design:Knowledge of responsive design principles and implementation techniques Preferred Qualifications: Experience developing backend systems with Python Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, etc.) Familiarity with state management solutions Experience with various API technologies and patterns Experience with containerization and deployment automation Understanding of CI/CD principles and tools Background in performance optimization for web applications Knowledge of accessibility standards and implementation What We Offer: Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc. Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office!#LI-VP1 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.

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.Technologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy firmwide platforms and tooling while working collaboratively with researchers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people. The Role: We're seeking a senior developer to join our team. You will design, build, and operate large-scale data and ETL systems that power the firm's research and investment workflows. This is a high-autonomy role - you'll own critical systems end-to-end, make architectural decisions, and deliver solutions with minimal guidance. We need someone who is self-directed, able to lead themselves, take ownership of outcomes, and drive complex problems to resolution independently. You should be comfortable communicating across teams, articulating technical trade-offs to stakeholders, and mentoring others through code review and collaboration. What You'll Do: Design, develop, and own backend services and data pipelines that process large volumes of data optimally and at scale Architect data storage and processing solutions, including schema design, query optimization, and data modeling Build and maintain APIs, messaging systems, and integration layers that connect data producers and consumers Drive technical decisions - evaluate trade-offs, choose the right tools, and define system boundaries Take ambiguous requirements and break them down into deliverable, well-engineered solutions Diagnose and resolve complex production issues - applying strong analytical and systems thinking Improve engineering practices: testing, CI/CD, observability, and documentation What You'll Bring: 8+ years of professional software development experience Strong programming proficiency: Mastery of at least one major programming language (Python, Java, Go, C++, or equivalent). Beyond syntax fluency, you should understand language internals and be able to apply that depth to write performant, reliable code System design: Proven ability to architect distributed, scalable, and fault-tolerant systems. Understanding of common patterns - event-driven architecture, service decomposition, data partitioning, caching strategies Data engineering: Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines, working with batch and streaming data, and handling large-scale data processing Database proficiency: Deep understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and familiarity with analytical/columnar stores; strong SQL skills including query optimization Software engineering depth: Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and software architecture principles - applied in production, not just theory API design: Experience designing clean, well-documented REST/gRPC APIs Incident response mindset: Ability to diagnose production issues methodically, drive root-cause analysis, and feed into post-mortems and operational improvement AI-agent readiness: Openness to working alongside AI coding agents and LLM-powered tools as part of the development workflow - using AI as a force multiplier for code generation, review, debugging, and documentation Nice to Have: Python mastery: Advanced knowledge of Python internals, concurrency (asyncio, threading, multiprocessing), performance profiling, packaging, and strong experience with frameworks such as FastAPI/Flask, SQLAlchemy, pytest, and mypy/type annotations Observability and distributed tracing: Experience with monitoring and observability stacks - metrics, structured logging, distributed tracing (OpenTelemetry, Grafana, ELK) - for diagnosing system behavior and bottlenecks in production DevOps practices: Familiarity with containerization (Docker), CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins), and infrastructure-as-code (Ansible, Terraform) Programming language versatility: Proficiency in additional languages that complement data platform work - C++ for performance-critical systems, Scala for distributed data processing with Apache Spark, or Rust for high-performance data engineering Team leadership and management: Experience leading a development team, running sprints, conducting code reviews, mentoring engineers, and managing stakeholders' expectations Message queues and streaming: Experience with Kafka, Redis, or similar event-driven architectures Data orchestration: Exposure to Airflow or similar workflow orchestration frameworks Frontend / full-stack awareness: Familiarity with modern web technologies (React, TypeScript) for building internal UIs and dashboards Financial services or quantitative finance background Open-source contributions or a public portfolio of technical work What We Offer: Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc. Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office! #LI-QM1 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.

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.About WorldQuant BRAIN: BRAIN is a group within WorldQuant similar to a traditional B2C fintech setup. Our mission is to simplify quant finance for participants, while they learn quant finance, AI and ML concepts. WorldQuant Brain provides an advanced crowdsourcing platform for external participants to contribute signals, data, and more to the firm. The Role: WorldQuant is seeking exceptional individuals to join as AI Researchers. In this full-time role, you will work in of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs), applying techniques to develop quantitative models for WorldQuant’s BRAIN platform. As part of this role, you will: Conduct research in AI and LLMs, experimenting with advanced architectures such as Transformer models, Reinforcement Learning, and Generative AI. Design, train, and fine-tune LLMs and other AI models to extract insights, and generate signals Apply AI concepts to create and enhance alphas on the BRAIN platform. Analyze large-scale financial datasets to seek to uncover patterns and build models using statistical, mathematical, and machine learning techniques. Collaborate with platform development teams to design and test new functionalities and datasets. Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI and LLM research, identifying opportunities to integrate them into quantitative finance applications. What You’ll Bring: Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in AI, Machine Learning (ML), and LLMs; proficiency in Python and C++; familiarity with PyTorch or TensorFlow. Quantitative Skills: Solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, and quantitative modeling; experience with financial datasets is a plus. Educational Background: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, AI, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, or related fields from a leading university. Research Mindset: Creative problem solver with a passion for experimentation and unsolved challenges; strong interest in financial markets. Collaborative Skills: Ability to work in a team-oriented culture; excellent communication and presentation skills in English. What We Offer: Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc. Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office! Visithttps://www.worldquant.com/brain/ for more information about WorldQuant BRAIN. #LI-NV1 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.