Quantitative Researcher - ETFs and Passive Flows
Two Sigma InvestmentsNew York, New York, United States
Posted March 28, 2026
165000 - 325000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Two Sigma Investments is a global financial sciences firm that blends advanced technology, data science, and rigorous human inquiry to tackle complex challenges in finance. The company offers a broad suite of investment solutions—including investment management, securities, private equity, real-estate, venture capital, portfolio analytics, and insurance—while leveraging proprietary quantitative models and software to generate alpha for its clients. With a workforce of over 1,700 experts headquartered in New York and offices worldwide, Two Sigma is known for its data-driven approach, innovative research, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Its culture emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, and equal opportunity, making it an attractive destination for talent in finance and technology.
Job Description
Quantitative Researcher - ETFs and Passive Flows, develop systematic signals to generate alpha and increase capacity, partnering closely with other domain experts across modeling, portfolio management, platform and trading to drive successful implementation of new strategies.
Requirements
- Excellent quantitative skills, as evidenced by formal training in statistics, applied mathematics, operations research, economics, computer science, physics, or related quantitative field.
- Extensive experience in utilizing quantitative skills in an applied research environment.
- 2+ years of work experience in investment research function of a financial firm.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, including drivers of return, risk control and portfolio construction techniques.
- Strong understanding of the use of computer technology in financial and economic research, with statistical programming skills (Python, Java), data management and retrieval acumen (preferably SQL/Spark) and Linux literacy.
Benefits
- Fully paid medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and dependents
- Competitive 401k match
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance
- Onsite gyms with laundry service
- Wellness activities
- Casual dress
- Snacks
- Game rooms
- Tuition reimbursement
- Conference and training sponsorship
- Generous vacation and unlimited sick days
- Competitive paid caregiver leaves