The Voleon Group is hiring for an entry level Data Scientist role in US

Position:

• Data Scientist (this is more of an analytics role)
  

Company:

• The Voleon Group

Location:

• Berkeley, California

Job Type:

• Full-time

Job Mode:

• Hybrid

Job Requisition ID:

• #LI-MD1

Years of Experience:

• 1+ years (including internships)

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Company Description

• The Voleon Group is a technology-focused firm dedicated to leveraging machine learning for innovative solutions in finance.
• With over a decade of expertise, Voleon stands as a leader in investment management, consistently pushing the boundaries of machine learning applications.
• Known as a multibillion-dollar asset manager, the company has ambitious plans to scale its operations and influence further.
• Voleon’s team comprises a diverse mix of highly skilled professionals, including recognized machine learning experts and seasoned finance and technology specialists.
• Employees come from a variety of backgrounds beyond finance and tech, enriching the company’s culture with perspectives from concert music, humanitarian work, sports writing, and more.
• Benefits include a dynamic workplace, competitive compensation, technology talks, a modern office environment, and daily catered meals.
• As a company, Voleon aims to create a collaborative environment that fosters both personal and professional success.

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Profile Overview

• As a Data Scientist at The Voleon Group, you’ll be instrumental in deriving actionable insights from complex data sources, contributing directly to the firm’s data-driven investment initiatives.
• Your main responsibilities will involve data management, analysis, and the development of visualizations to communicate insights effectively to both research and executive teams.
• You will collaborate with a diverse team, including machine learning researchers and finance professionals, contributing to Voleon’s competitive edge in machine learning applications.
• This role focuses on ensuring data integrity, identifying anomalies, and communicating findings to various stakeholders to optimize research and trading systems.
• The position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact, given that data insights are foundational to Voleon’s business strategy.
• You’ll also develop and implement systems for real-time monitoring, enhancing the reliability and effectiveness of trading systems and decision-making processes.

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Qualifications

• Industry Experience:
  • At least 1 year of hands-on experience in managing end-to-end data processes, including internships.
  • Experience working with complex datasets covering data curation, querying, aggregation, exploratory analysis, and visualization.
• Analytical Skills:
  • Strong statistical analysis capabilities to identify patterns, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend data-driven solutions.
  • Proficiency in framing and answering questions with a quantitative approach.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in SQL, Pandas, and R for managing, processing, and visualizing tabular data.
  • Basic software development knowledge, with experience using Bash, Linux/Unix, and Git.
• Communication Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to clarify requirements from ambiguous requests, delivering reports with high clarity.
• Educational Background:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, biostatistics, data science, or computer science.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field.
• Background in finance or financial engineering, evidenced by academic projects, relevant coursework, or industry internships.
• Experience with production environments and familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and Airflow for developing and managing data analysis pipelines.

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Additional Info

• Compensation:
  • Base salary ranges from $150,000 to $190,000, adjusted by factors such as education, experience, skills, and location.
  • Compensation package includes a bonus structure and comprehensive benefits.
• Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • 20 days of paid time off, plus 9 sick days.
• Referral Program:
  • “Friends of Voleon” Referral Program offers a $7,500 bonus if a referred candidate is hired and remains employed at Voleon.
  • Eligible referrals can be submitted through the company’s referral form.
• Equal Opportunity:
  • Voleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity across all levels.
  • Employment is non-discriminatory with respect to race, color, religion, gender, and other legally protected statuses.
• Vaccination Policy:
  • All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 if they are to work onsite or visit Voleon offices.
  • Proof of vaccination is required as per company policy, aligned with public health efforts for a safer workplace.

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