Data Research and Acceleration Analyst

Key Skills

Analytical and Problem solving, Data Analysis, Effective communication skills, Python Programming, SQL

Job Description

Two Sigma is a financial sciences company, combining data analysis, invention, and rigorous inquiry to help solve the toughest challenges in investment management, insurance technology, securities, private equity, and venture capital. 

Our team of scientists, technologists, and academics looks beyond the traditional to develop creative solutions to some of the world’s most complex economic problems.

In this role, you will join our close-knit team of quantitative researchers, data scientists, engineers, and business colleagues to translate data into actionable insights and to accelerate our vibrant research pipeline. 

You will take on the following responsibilities:

• Analyzing and enriching a wide range of structured and unstructured big data into datasets for analysis;
• Communicating data-driven analysis and insights in the form of “data studies” that enable a nuanced understanding of our data and inform our investment research process;
• Acting as data integrity managers by amplifying, measuring, and exposing data quality and completeness through automation and a process-driven approach;
• Operating and extending our data platform to deliver production-grade data curation and analysis capabilities;
• Researching new companies, industries, and economic phenomena, and determining how best to use our data to track key performance indicators.

You should possess the following qualifications:

• 2-5 years of relevant working experience
• BA/BS with a strong academic track record
• Applied data analysis experience with messy data
• Strong Python skills; experience with SQL and relational databases
• Deep intellectual curiosity and passion for data
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and analytical skills
• Eagerness to contribute in a fast-paced, outcome-oriented environment
• While financial industry or alternative data experience is a plus, we are open-minded in our search for critical thinkers who are passionate about technology and data

You will enjoy the following benefits:

• Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and dependents, competitive 401k match, employer-paid life & disability insurance
• Perks: Onsite gyms with laundry service, wellness activities, casual dress, snacks, game rooms
• Learning: Tuition reimbursement, conference and training sponsorship
• Time Off: Generous vacation and unlimited sick days, competitive paid caregiver leaves
• Hybrid Work Policy: Flexible in-office days with budget for home office setup

The base pay for this role will be between $100,000 and $175,000. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans and 401(k) contributions. Discretionary bonus can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.